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BG12 KEK

2012 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,674 mi
Last recorded121,674 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2016
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 KEK
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2016 121,674 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 89,930 miles

engine oil level low

nearside front inner cv gaiter seeping grease

offside rear tyre unevenly worn on inner edge

Fail 13 Mar 2015 89,930 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine oil level low

nearside front inner cv gaiter seeping grease

offside rear tyre unevenly worn on inner edge

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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BG12 KEK is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BG12 KEK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BG12 KEK?

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What year was BG12 KEK registered?

BG12 KEK is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 26 April 2012.

Is BG12 KEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG12 KEK shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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