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AO13 BWX

2013 Kia Ceed

Blue Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

140,785 mi
Last recorded140,785 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO13 BWX
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 140,785 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears rusted on inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre repairable ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (3mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Jan 2026 140,703 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed thru cuts on bald outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears rusted on inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre repairable ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inner edge (3mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jan 2025 134,545 miles

clutch biting point is very low

Pass 9 Jan 2024 124,775 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2022 115,658 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn bald (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn bald (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Dec 2022 115,658 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn bald (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn bald (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Dec 2021 106,123 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav holder ()

Fail 30 Dec 2021 106,123 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav holder ()

Pass 7 Dec 2020 92,311 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2019 80,678 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 67,812 miles

Undertrays/covers fitted not allowing full inspection of underside components

Pass 31 Dec 2017 53,785 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 50,755 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test hanging item carefully removed to centre console ()

Pass 15 Mar 2016 45,587 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 45,587 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Kia Ceed?

Based on 1,665,385 MOT tests across 147,843 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
6,838
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
147,843
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,111
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,158
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10,091
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AO13 BWX is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Blue with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2013 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 63,975 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kia Ceed fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO13 BWX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Ceed typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 13 years old, this Kia Ceed is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO13 BWX registered?

AO13 BWX is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 21 March 2013.

Is AO13 BWX safe to buy?

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