Kia Ceed MOT pass rate
In 2023, the Kia Ceed passed 66.8% of its first MOT tests, from 116,243 tests in Great Britain. That is 4.6 points below the 71.4% average for all cars, taxis and light vans.
Most common Kia Ceed MOT failures
The area that failed most often was lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, affecting 13.9% of tests. The red line shows the average for all cars.
- Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment 13.9% vs 11.3%
- Brakes 9.8% vs 6.8%
- Suspension 8.8% vs 8.9%
- Tyres 7.7% vs 6.3%
- Visibility 6.2% vs 4.8%
- Steering 5.1% vs 1.8%
- Body, chassis, structure 1.8% vs 3.4%
- Noise, emissions and leaks 1.7% vs 3.1%
- Tyres: condition 4.5% vs 3.7%
- Track rod end 4.2% vs 1.4%
- Position lamp 4.1% vs 2.8%
- Stop lamp 3.6% vs 2.2%
- Washers 3.5% vs 2.5%
- Headlamp 3.3% vs 2.2%
- Tread depth 3.3% vs 2.6%
- Rbt (sp) 3.1% vs 1.4%
Top reasons for failure
| Reason for failure | Share of tests |
|---|---|
| Position lamp: Not working | 3.9% |
| Track rod end: Ball joint has excessive play | 3.8% |
| Stop lamp: Not working | 3.2% |
| Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm | 3.1% |
| Brake pads: Less than 1.5 mm thick | 2.6% |
| Headlamp: Not working on dipped beam | 2.6% |
| Wipers: Does not clear the windscreen effectively | 2.6% |
| Rbt (sp): Efficiency below requirements | 2.4% |
| Washers: Provides insufficient washer liquid | 2.2% |
| Tyres: condition: Has ply or cords exposed | 1.8% |
Kia Ceed pass rate by age
The pass rate changes with age: 83.6% for cars aged 3 to 5 years and 49.1% for those aged 15 years or more. Older cars usually fail more often because parts like suspension, brakes and exhausts wear with time and mileage.
- 3 to 5 years 83.6% vs 71.4%
- 6 to 9 years 74.8% vs 71.4%
- 10 to 14 years 56.1% vs 71.4%
- 15 years or more 49.1% vs 71.4%
Pass rate by fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 73,601 | 65.5% |
| Petrol | 42,634 | 68.9% |
Most common Kia Ceed advisories
Advisories do not fail the test, but they often become failures by the next MOT. These were noted most often:
- Tread depth 20.6%
- Brake discs 14.3%
- Brake pads 10.5%
- Tyres: condition 10.3%
- Pins and bushes 8.8%
- Vehicle 8.0%
- Service brake performance 5.2%
- Coil spring 3.8%
See MOT advisories explained for what to do about them.
How we worked this out
These figures come from DVSA's anonymised MOT testing data for 2023, covering every class 4 MOT test in Great Britain (cars, taxis and light vans). We count normal tests only, not retests. A test counts as a first-time pass if the vehicle passed without any repairs. Tests where defects were fixed at the test centre within an hour (PRS) count as fails, in line with DVSA's own statistics. Failure areas show the share of tests with at least one failure in that area, so the figures add up to more than the fail rate.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Kia Ceed?
In 2023, 66.8% of Kia Ceed MOT tests were passed first time, from 116,243 tests in Great Britain. The average for all cars, taxis and light vans was 71.4%.
What is the most common MOT failure on the Kia Ceed?
The most common failure area was lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, which caused 13.9% of tests to fail. Next came brakes (9.8%) and suspension (8.8%).
Is the Kia Ceed reliable at its MOT?
Its first-time pass rate of 66.8% is 4.6 points below the average and ranks 71 of the 100 most-tested models. Age and mileage matter more than the model, so always check the history of the car you are buying.
How do I check a Kia Ceed's MOT history?
Enter its registration in our free MOT history check. You will see every test, the mileage at each test and all failures and advisories.