2009 Kia ProCeed — MOT failures & pass rate
1,495 MOT tests on the 2009 Kia ProCeed are in this dataset, and 71.0% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail 25.2% of the time, so this is 3.8pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.9% of tests against 13.7% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, stop lamp and position lamp — headlamp aim alone was recorded 120 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 18.6% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 33.3% once past 150k.
The petrol cars hold up better: 26.5% fail against 33.2% for diesel, a 6.7-point gap across 1,495 tests.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 43.1% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 19.9% | 298 |
| 2 | Suspension | 13.7% | 204 |
| 3 | Brakes | 12.2% | 183 |
| 4 | Visibility | 7.6% | 113 |
| 5 | Tyres | 6.8% | 102 |
| 6 | Steering | 4.5% | 67 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 120 |
| 2 | Stop lamp | 111 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 101 |
| 4 | Linkage ball joints | 98 |
| 5 | Service brake performance | 86 |
| 6 | Ball joint | 86 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 43.1% | 644 |
| 2 | Brakes | 34.3% | 513 |
| 3 | Tyres | 30.2% | 452 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 15.7% | 235 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 15.6% | 233 |
| 6 | Other defects | 15.3% | 229 |
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 | 43 | 18.6% |
| 30-60k | 168 | 20.2% |
| 60-90k | 488 | 27.7% |
| 90-120k | 389 | 31.4% |
| 120-150k | 266 | 33.1% |
| 150k+ | 141 | 33.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 922 | 26.5% |
| Diesel | 573 | 33.2% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 385 | 30.1% |
| 2022 | 319 | 27.0% |
| 2023 | 306 | 28.8% |
| 2024 | 267 | 29.6% |
| 2025 | 218 | 29.8% |
What to check before buying a 2009 ProCeed
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 19.9% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (19.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (13.7% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Brakes (12.2% 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 2009 Kia ProCeeds pass their MOT?
71.0% of the 1,495 2009 Kia ProCeed MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2009 Kia ProCeed?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.9% of tests, followed by suspension (13.7%).
Does the 2009 ProCeed get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 18.6% in the 0-30k band to 33.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,495 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.