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AP63 TKC

2013 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

103,433 mi
Last recorded103,433 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 103,433 miles

clutch pedal very low

Fail 8 Nov 2025 103,433 miles

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

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

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

clutch pedal very low

Pass 9 Nov 2024 97,735 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s/r and o/s/r ()

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

both front wiper blades smearing the screen

Fail 5 Nov 2024 97,677 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s/r and o/s/r ()

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

both front wiper blades smearing the screen

Pass 30 Oct 2023 92,335 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2022 87,242 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 80,810 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 80,613 miles

Offside Daytime running lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 74,757 miles

under covers fitted not allowing full inspection of engine, brake pipes or fuel pipes

Fail 2 Nov 2020 74,756 miles

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

under covers fitted not allowing full inspection of engine, brake pipes or fuel pipes

Pass 8 Nov 2019 69,354 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 57,969 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2018 57,969 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 56,276 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 45,643 miles

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 TKC is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 TKC, 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 TKC registered?

AP63 TKC is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 5 November 2013.

Is AP63 TKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP63 TKC 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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