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AP12 VWV

2012 Kia Ceed

Grey Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

97,381 mi
Last recorded97,381 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 VWV
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 97,381 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jun 2026 97,381 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 95,443 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2025 95,443 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 93,040 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 90,864 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 89,607 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 88,518 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner track rod (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner track rod (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2021 88,518 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner track rod (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner track rod (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 87,142 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 81,213 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 81,213 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2018 75,004 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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AP12 VWV is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Grey with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AP12 VWV, 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 AP12 VWV registered?

AP12 VWV is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is AP12 VWV safe to buy?

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