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CV12 DKF

2012 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2024
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

146,082 mi
Last recorded146,082 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV12 DKF
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2023 146,082 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 131,679 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin O/S/R N/S/R (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 110,474 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 99,208 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 93,683 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 77,770 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2019 77,769 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 19 Mar 2016 33,051 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2015 21,209 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2015 21,209 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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CV12 DKF is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 CV12 DKF, 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

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What year was CV12 DKF registered?

CV12 DKF is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is CV12 DKF safe to buy?

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Does CV12 DKF have outstanding finance?

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