2019 Kia Ceed 2 Isg — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,478 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Kia Ceed 2 Isg, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 91.8% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 13.5% in the 60-90k group versus 5.6% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.1% | 61 |
| 2 | Tyres | 3.8% | 56 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.4% | 36 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.8% | 27 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.7% | 10 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.3% | 5 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 62 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 31 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 30 |
| 4 | Washers | 15 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 13 |
| 6 | Pins and bushes | 10 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 25.0% | 369 |
| 2 | Brakes | 18.7% | 277 |
| 3 | Other defects | 8.5% | 125 |
| 4 | Suspension | 3.6% | 54 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.5% | 37 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.6% | 23 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 691 | 5.6% |
| 30-60k | 668 | 9.7% |
| 60-90k | 104 | 13.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 356 | 4.2% |
| 2023 | 361 | 7.5% |
| 2024 | 373 | 9.9% |
| 2025 | 386 | 11.1% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Ceed 2 Isg
Before buying a 2019 Kia Ceed 2 Isg, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 4.1% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (4.1% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Tyres (3.8% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (2.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2019 Kia Ceed 2 Isgs pass their MOT?
91.8% of the 1,478 2019 Kia Ceed 2 Isg MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Kia Ceed 2 Isg?
Visibility, recorded in 4.1% of tests, followed by tyres (3.8%).
Does the 2019 Ceed 2 Isg get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.6% in the 0-30k band to 13.5% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,478 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.