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AP63 TFU

2013 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

116,312 mi
Last recorded116,312 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP63 TFU
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 116,312 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all x4 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Feb 2026 116,312 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all x4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 101,868 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2025 101,868 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front daytime running lamp not working

Pass 21 Feb 2024 85,930 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2024 85,930 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 72,953 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 60,196 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 51,860 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2020 47,963 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 47,963 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 47,797 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Apr 2019 47,797 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 39,570 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 28,149 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Apr 2016 14,328 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 14,328 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside 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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AP63 TFU is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 AP63 TFU, 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 AP63 TFU registered?

AP63 TFU is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 31 December 2013.

Is AP63 TFU safe to buy?

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