Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-A (2021)
Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 102 MOT tests in 2024.
Annual Cost
£1,853
£154/month
MOT Pass Rate
99%
Excellent
Road Tax
£200
Standard rate/year
Est. Insurance
Grp 8-20
1353cc Petrol
Great Choice
99% pass rate, £1,853/year to run. 17 points above average.
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Annual Running Costs
~42 mpg
Standard rate (from April 2017)
Low estimate due to excellent reliability
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
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 17 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Kia brand average of 86%.
99% of MOT tests on Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-As from 2021 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 3 years old. That's based on 102 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 16,617 miles.
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Mileage Analysis
16,617
Average miles
22,200
Expected for age
The average 2021 Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-A had 16,617 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is below the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
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About the 2021 Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-A
The 2021 Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-A is a small family car. Our records list a 1353cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 102 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 4% of all 2021 models for MOT pass rate.
With an average of 16,617 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-A owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2021 Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-A Fuel Costs
The 1353cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 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 Xceed First Edition Isg S-A?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,853 (£154/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 99% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-A Reliability Trend
The Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-A has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage point.
Buying a Used 2021 Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-A
At 5 years old, the Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-A 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.
Service History
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Running Costs Compared
How the 2021 Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-A 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 Xceed First Edition Isg S-A(2021) | 99% | £1,398 | £200 | Grp 8-20 | £1,853 |
| Ford Fiesta(2019) | 91% | £1,175 | £200 | Grp 1-8 | £1,630-£223 |
| Volkswagen Golf(2019) | 92% | £1,398 | £200 | Grp 12-25 | £1,853same |
| Vauxhall Corsa(2019) | 88% | £1,398 | £200 | Grp 8-20 | £2,003+£150 |
| Nissan Qashqai(2020) | 93% | £1,398 | £200 | Grp 12-25 | £1,853same |
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 Xceed First Edition Isg S-A
Is the 2021 Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-A reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 99% of MOT tests on 2021 Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-As ended in a pass, from 102 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 17 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.
How much does a 2021 Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-A cost to run?
Our estimate is £1,853 a year (£154 a month): £1,398 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 Xceed First Edition Isg S-A?
99% of 102 MOT tests on the 2021 Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-A ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 127th of 3,336 models first registered in 2021 (top 4%).
Which year Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-A has the best MOT pass rate?
Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-A has the highest MOT pass rate at 99% and the 2020 the lowest at 89%. 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 Xceed First Edition Isg S-A?
The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2021 Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-A is 16,617 miles, which is below the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
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