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DC12 KKX

2012 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

182,071 mi
Last recorded182,071 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC12 KKX
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 182,071 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 174,818 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 167,263 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 159,005 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 151,459 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 143,629 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 136,199 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 129,606 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 79,555 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 68,288 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Sep 2015 68,288 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 20 Oct 2014 57,308 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

both rear tyres worn in steps

Pass 20 Oct 2014 57,308 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres worn in steps

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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DC12 KKX 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 DC12 KKX, 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 DC12 KKX?

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What year was DC12 KKX registered?

DC12 KKX is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is DC12 KKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC12 KKX 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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