Kia Proceed MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Kia Proceed. Check any Proceed by registration number below.

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64.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-20.0%

vs Kia Avg

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

Kia Proceed — MOT Reliability Overview

The Kia Proceed has an average MOT pass rate of 64.8%, which is 20.0 percentage points below the Kia brand average of 84.8%. This suggests the Proceed can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.

The most common reasons a Kia Proceed fails its MOT are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. If you are preparing your Proceed for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Kia Proceed, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Kia Proceed performs at MOT across different model years.

2014

Based on 555 vehicles

79.6%Good

Kia average: 84.8%

Dangerous Defects

6.7%

Retest Rate

20.1%

Mileage at 10yr

122k mi

2013

Based on 600 vehicles

67.5%Average

Kia average: 84.8%

Dangerous Defects

6.6%

Retest Rate

32.7%

Mileage at 10yr

125k mi

2012

Based on 260 vehicles

65.0%Average

Kia average: 84.8%

Dangerous Defects

7.7%

Retest Rate

31.0%

Mileage at 10yr

168k mi

2011

Based on 695 vehicles

61.2%Below Average

Kia average: 84.8%

Dangerous Defects

11.5%

Retest Rate

35.1%

2010

Based on 841 vehicles

57.6%Below Average

Kia average: 84.8%

Dangerous Defects

10.1%

Retest Rate

40.1%

2009

Based on 516 vehicles

58.1%Below Average

Kia average: 84.8%

Dangerous Defects

10.4%

Retest Rate

33.9%

2008

Based on 275 vehicles

64.4%Below Average

Kia average: 84.8%

Dangerous Defects

16.2%

Retest Rate

28.2%

Top MOT Failures — Kia Proceed

The most common reasons a Kia Proceed fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

5.6%

A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play

4.7%

Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

4.3%

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

3.6%

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

3.5%

Kia Proceed Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

5.9%

Front Nearside

5.2%

Nearside

2.7%

Other Kia Models

Compare MOT reliability across Kia models.

Kia Magentis

60.1% pass rate

Kia Carens

56.6% pass rate

Kia Ceed

87.6% pass rate

Kia Sorento

80.3% pass rate

Kia Xceed 3 PHEV S-A

91.1% pass rate

Kia Sportage 2 CRDi ISG MHEV

95.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Kia Proceed

Kia Proceed — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Kia Proceed MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Kia Proceed?

The average MOT pass rate for the Kia Proceed is 64.8% compared to the Kia average of 84.8%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Kia Proceed?

The most common MOT failures on the Kia Proceed are: A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (5.6%), A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play (4.7%), Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Kia Proceed reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 64.8%, the Kia Proceed is rated as "Below Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Kia Proceed?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Kia Proceed?

Typical mileage for the Kia Proceed: 122,144 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Proceed to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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