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AP14 KXU

2014 Kia Ceed

Grey Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

93,454 mi
Last recorded93,454 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2014 Kia Ceed56,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP14 KXU
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 93,454 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 82,895 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2024 72,437 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 62,784 miles

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 60,092 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Jul 2022 60,092 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and tyre perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 53,830 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2021 53,830 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 49,540 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2020 49,540 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 43,015 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2019 43,015 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 33,691 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2017 25,222 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 25,222 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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AP14 KXU is a 2014 Kia Ceed in Grey with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AP14 KXU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP14 KXU registered?

AP14 KXU is a 2014 Kia Ceed, first registered on 16 August 2014.

Is AP14 KXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP14 KXU shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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