2021 Kia Xceed 3 Isg — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 3,991 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Kia Xceed 3 Isg, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and brakes. Its pass rate of 90.8% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 16.1% in the 60-90k group versus 7.8% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 5.4% | 214 |
| 2 | Tyres | 4.1% | 164 |
| 3 | Brakes | 1.7% | 68 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.1% | 46 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.8% | 32 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.4% | 15 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 229 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 110 |
| 3 | Pins and bushes | 42 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 41 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 36 |
| 6 | Washers | 29 |
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 | 18.5% | 738 |
| 2 | Brakes | 17.2% | 687 |
| 3 | Suspension | 8.6% | 345 |
| 4 | Other defects | 7.0% | 279 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.2% | 128 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.3% | 13 |
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 | 2,368 | 7.8% |
| 30-60k | 1,534 | 10.8% |
| 60-90k | 87 | 16.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 49 | 8.2% |
| 2024 | 1,978 | 9.2% |
| 2025 | 1,963 | 9.2% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Xceed 3 Isg
Before buying a 2021 Kia Xceed 3 Isg, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 5.4% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (5.4% 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 (4.1% 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.
- Brakes (1.7% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
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 Xceed 3 Isgs pass their MOT?
90.8% of the 3,991 2021 Kia Xceed 3 Isg MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Kia Xceed 3 Isg?
Visibility, recorded in 5.4% of tests, followed by tyres (4.1%).
Does the 2021 Xceed 3 Isg get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.8% in the 0-30k band to 16.1% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,991 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.