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AO14 SOC

2014 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,333 mi
Last recorded111,333 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2014 Kia Ceed56,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO14 SOC
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 111,333 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear tyres have light cracking in tread

Pass 6 Aug 2024 105,589 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 100,947 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2023 100,945 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2022 96,147 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 82,496 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 82,496 miles

Offside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system pipe loose (1.1.12 (c) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 69,607 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2019 57,016 miles

Both rear tyres cracking between tread

Fail 15 May 2019 57,014 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tyre also has cut deep enough to expose cords (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 May 2018 50,761 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 45,629 miles

Front both wipers smearing slightly

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

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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AO14 SOC is a 2014 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2014 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 56,958 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 AO14 SOC, 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 12 years old, this Kia Ceed is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO14 SOC registered?

AO14 SOC is a 2014 Kia Ceed, first registered on 9 May 2014.

Is AO14 SOC safe to buy?

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