MOT Status
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163,044 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Front Coil spring corroded both front coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
covers fitted not allowing full inspection
Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Front Coil spring corroded both front coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Front bonnet secondary catch not working correctly
Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Rear park brake has little reserve travel
Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
covers fitted not allowing full inspection
Front Coil spring corroded both front coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
park brake lever has little reserve travel
under covers fitted not allowing full inspection
Front Coil spring corroded both front coil springs slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Nail in tyre
under covers fitted not allowing full inspection
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both rear (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (3.5.1i)
brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (3.5.1i)
How Reliable is the Kia Ceed?
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DC12 KJF is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.
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 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 DC12 KJF, 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.
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What year was DC12 KJF registered?
DC12 KJF is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 21 March 2012.
Is DC12 KJF safe to buy?
The MOT history for DC12 KJF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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