2021 Kia Ceed 2 Isg — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 779 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Kia Ceed 2 Isg, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 90.6% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 14.5% in the 60-90k group versus 5.9% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 6.2% | 48 |
| 2 | Tyres | 4.9% | 38 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.2% | 17 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.8% | 14 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.6% | 5 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.5% | 4 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 53 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 21 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 12 |
| 4 | Washers | 7 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 7 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 4 |
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 | 21.9% | 171 |
| 2 | Brakes | 16.1% | 125 |
| 3 | Suspension | 7.2% | 56 |
| 4 | Other defects | 6.6% | 51 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.6% | 20 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.6% | 5 |
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 | 354 | 5.9% |
| 30-60k | 352 | 11.7% |
| 60-90k | 62 | 14.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 382 | 9.4% |
| 2025 | 393 | 9.4% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Ceed 2 Isg
Before buying a 2021 Kia Ceed 2 Isg, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 6.2% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (6.2% 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 (4.9% 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 (2.2% 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 2021 Kia Ceed 2 Isgs pass their MOT?
90.6% of the 779 2021 Kia Ceed 2 Isg MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Kia Ceed 2 Isg?
Visibility, recorded in 6.2% of tests, followed by tyres (4.9%).
Does the 2021 Ceed 2 Isg get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.9% in the 0-30k band to 14.5% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 779 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.