2013 KIA Ceed 1.6L Diesel · PJ63 DDF
2013 KIA Ceed (1.6L, diesel). First registered 31 Oct 2013. Recorded mileage 125,549 miles. MOT expired on 11 Jun 2026. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA CEED
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 11 Jun 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 125,549 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
PJ63 DDF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 07/09/2026
- 125,549 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PJ63 DDF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Kia Ceed (PJ63 DDF) between March 2023 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 September 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Steering (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.
PJ63 DDF Mileage History
- 10/03/202376,182 mi
- 04/04/202495,310 mi+19,128 mi
- 04/04/202495,310 mi
- 13/06/2025110,135 mi+14,825 mi
- 07/09/2026125,549 mi+15,414 mi
Average of roughly 14,119 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (PJ63 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as PJ63DDF.
MERCEDES-BENZ
A-CLASS
MERCEDES-BENZ
B-CLASS
MERCEDES-BENZ
B-CLASS
MERCEDES-BENZ
A-CLASS
MERCEDES-BENZ
C
LAND ROVER
DEFENDER
LAND ROVER
DEFENDER
LAND ROVER
DEFENDER
LAND ROVER
DEFENDER
LAND ROVER
DEFENDER
AUDI
A3
LAND ROVER
DISCOVERY
KIA CEED Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2013 model year cars.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.