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BV12 VXY

2012 Kia Ceed

Silver Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2017
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

108,596 mi
Last recorded108,596 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2016
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV12 VXY
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2016 108,596 miles

wiper blades slightly smearing

Fail 21 Apr 2016 108,596 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

wiper blades slightly smearing

Pass 17 Apr 2015 87,089 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Apr 2015 87,089 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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BV12 VXY is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Silver with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 BV12 VXY, 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 BV12 VXY?

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What year was BV12 VXY registered?

BV12 VXY is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 23 April 2012.

Is BV12 VXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV12 VXY shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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