Kia Ceed (2021)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 3,482 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,630

£136/month

MOT Pass Rate

90%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 1-8

998cc Petrol

Great Choice

90% pass rate, £1,630/year to run. 8 points above average.

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Petrol998cc5 years old3,482 tests28k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 998cc)

~50 mpg

£1,175

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,630

Per month£136/mo

Per week£31/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

90% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Kia brand average of 86%.

90% of MOT tests on Kia Ceeds from 2021 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 3 years old. That's based on 3,482 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 27,730 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2021 models2408th of 3,336(bottom half)

Rank among Kia models225th of 471(top half)

vs average of all models+8%(82% avg)

vs 2021 models average-2%(92% avg)

vs Kia average+4%(86% avg)

Mileage Analysis

27,730

Average miles

22,200

Expected for age

The average 2021 Kia Ceed had 27,730 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

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Kia Ceed by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2023	98%	48	21,656 mi
2022	92%	506	37,134 mi
2021	90%	3,482	27,730 mi
2020	89%	3,198	33,988 mi
2019	88%	12,981	45,586 mi
2018	88%	17,466	52,574 mi
2017	85%	14,953	61,416 mi
2016	84%	16,329	69,144 mi
2015	82%	19,157	75,249 mi
2014	78%	19,745	82,286 mi
2013	75%	20,387	93,476 mi
2012	72%	22,061	99,894 mi
2011	71%	13,247	103,130 mi
2010	70%	15,316	102,853 mi
2009	70%	12,978	101,223 mi
2008	69%	8,732	107,723 mi
2007	68%	4,664	110,191 mi

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Ford Fiesta

2019 · 998cc Petrol

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91%

+1%

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£1,853/year

92%

+2%

Vauxhall Corsa

2019 · 1398cc Petrol

£2,003/year

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About the 2021 Kia Ceed

The 2021 Kia Ceed is a city car. Our records list a 998cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 3,482 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all models from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 27,730 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Kia Ceed owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2021 Kia Ceed Fuel Costs

The modest 998cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,175 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2021 Kia Ceed?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,630 (£136/month), broken down as £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Kia Ceed Reliability Trend

Newer Kia Ceeds pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 15 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2021 Kia Ceed

At 5 years old, the Kia Ceed offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Coil Pack Failure

Medium risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2021 Kia Ceed stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Kia Ceed(2021)	90%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630
Ford Fiesta(2019)	91%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630same
Volkswagen Golf(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853+£223
Vauxhall Corsa(2019)	88%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003+£373
Audi A3(2019)	92%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630same

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2021 Kia Ceed

Is the 2021 Kia Ceed reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 90% of MOT tests on 2021 Kia Ceeds ended in a pass, from 3,482 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 8 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2021 Kia Ceed cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,630 a year (£136 a month): £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2021 Kia Ceed?

90% of 3,482 MOT tests on the 2021 Kia Ceed ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 2408th of 3,336 models first registered in 2021 (bottom half).

Which year Kia Ceed has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 Kia Ceed has the highest MOT pass rate at 90% and the 2007 the lowest at 68%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2021 Kia Ceed?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2021 Kia Ceed is 27,730 miles, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.