KIA Ceed MOT Failure Rate — 0-2 Years Old

12.5%
MOT failure rate for 0-2-year-old KIA Ceed vehicles
Based on 25,611 MOT tests
15.5pp below the UK average (28%)

KIA Ceed shows good reliability at this age, with a 12.5% failure rate — below the national average.

Component Risk Breakdown (0-2 Years)

Which parts of a 0-2-year-old KIA Ceed are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Tyres 2.3%
Visibility 2.2%
Lamps & Electrics 1.5%
Brakes 0.7%
Suspension 0.4%
Body & Chassis 0.2%
Steering 0.1%

How Does This Compare?

KIA Ceed MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 12.5% 25,611 Tyres
3-5 years 15.8% 109,272 Tyres
6-10 years 29.3% 224,417 Lamps & Electrics
11-15 years 46.3% 138,294 Lamps & Electrics
15+ years 52.6% 6,613 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 0-2 year old KIA Ceed reliable?

Yes. Based on 25,611 MOT tests, 0-2-year-old KIA Ceed vehicles have a 12.5% failure rate, which is below the UK average of 28%. This is a reliable choice at this age.

What are the common MOT failures on a 0-2 year old KIA Ceed?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Tyres — 2.3% failure risk
  • Visibility — 2.2% failure risk
  • Lamps & Electrics — 1.5% failure risk

How can I prepare my KIA Ceed for its MOT?

For a 0-2-year-old KIA Ceed, focus on: (1) Tyres — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 0-2-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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