Kia Proceed
From 2,175 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Proceeds fare better: 2014 models pass at 77.2% vs 60.2% for 2010.
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 195 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 195 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 86 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 84 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 79 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 77 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 73 |
| a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play | 70 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 70 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 57 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 56 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 41.2% of failures are serious: 41.2% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £98.
Fuel type matters
Petrol versions pass at 68.2% while Diesel versions pass at 62.2%, a 6 percentage point gap.
Kia Proceed on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 731 newly registered in the past year with 24 leaving, a net gain of 707. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 2,034 | 34 | +4 | -0 | +9 |
| 2025 Q2 | 2,032 | 27 | +125 | -8 | +117 |
| 2025 Q1 | 1,914 | 28 | +337 | -0 | +344 |
| 2024 Q4 | 1,575 | 23 | +265 | -16 | +249 |
| 2024 Q3 | 1,343 | 6 | +664 | -38 | +626 |
| 2024 Q2 | 722 | 1 | +133 | -10 | +123 |
| 2024 Q1 | 598 | 2 | +354 | -4 | +350 |
| 2023 Q4 | 250 | 0 | +87 | -5 | +82 |
3 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Proceed Gt-Line S S-A | Petrol | 1,114 | 55% |
| Proceed Gt-Line | Petrol | 698 | 34% |
| Proceed Gt-Line S-A | Petrol | 222 | 11% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 77.2% | a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2013 | 71.9% | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led |
| 2012 | 63.6% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2011 | 63.7% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
3 earlier years
| 2010 | 60.2% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2009 | 62% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2008 | 56.8% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Proceeds tested had between 78,214 and 120,056 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 99,862 median miles, the Proceed has 0.034 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Kia models
| Kia Sportage | 81% |
| Kia Picanto | 76.9% |
| Kia Ceed | 73.9% |
| Kia Rio | 74.7% |
| Kia Venga | 77.2% |
Common questions
What is the Kia Proceed MOT pass rate?
The Kia Proceed has a 65.7% MOT pass rate based on 2,175 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kia Proceed?
The most common MOT failure on the Kia Proceed is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 195 failures. Other common issues include a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
How many Kia Proceeds are on UK roads?
There are 2,034 Kia Proceeds currently licensed on UK roads, with 34 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Kia Proceed at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kia Proceed is 99,862 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 78,214 and 120,056 miles.
Buying a used Proceed?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 65.7% pass rate and an average repair bill of £98 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.