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12DL162

2012 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2019
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

158,325 mi
Last recorded158,325 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2018
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration12DL162
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 6 Aug 2018 158,325 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Ceed?

Based on 1,665,385 MOT tests across 147,843 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
6,838
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
147,843
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,111
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,158
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10,091
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12DL162 is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 66,761 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Ceed fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 12DL162, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Ceed typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Kia Ceed is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 12DL162 registered?

12DL162 is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 5 January 2012.

Is 12DL162 safe to buy?

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