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BN12 TZF

2012 Kia Ceed

Blue Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

60,542 mi
Last recorded60,542 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 TZF
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 60,542 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 56,162 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 53,609 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 51,058 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 48,972 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 45,662 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 43,595 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 39,295 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 33,967 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 28,703 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 23,911 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 18,555 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

o/s/f tyre bald on extreme inner edge

Pass 9 Mar 2015 18,555 miles

o/s/f tyre bald on extreme 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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BN12 TZF is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Blue with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BN12 TZF, 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 BN12 TZF?

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What year was BN12 TZF registered?

BN12 TZF is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is BN12 TZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN12 TZF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BN12 TZF have outstanding finance?

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