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DA62 WJL

2012 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

90,102 mi
Last recorded90,102 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA62 WJL
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 90,102 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 30 Sep 2024 76,645 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 71,503 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Towbar component corroded, but not excessively all metal work (6.1.6 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 64,712 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 57,480 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Sep 2021 57,478 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin ALL (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing excessive cracking nsr (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 49,080 miles

nsr tyre on legal limit of 1,6mm at centre band

osf and nsr tyres worn below legal limit of 1,6mm on edges but tyres are step tread `

Pass 17 Oct 2019 39,980 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 29,934 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 24,261 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 19,257 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2016 19,257 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords splits in tread (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on edges and splits in tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 15,392 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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DA62 WJL is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DA62 WJL, 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 DA62 WJL registered?

DA62 WJL is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 4 December 2012.

Is DA62 WJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA62 WJL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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