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DG12 GHU

2012 Kia Ceed

White Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

121,377 mi
Last recorded121,377 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG12 GHU
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 121,377 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear axle corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2024 104,000 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 94,771 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 94,674 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))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 72,365 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 62,415 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Aug 2020 54,701 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2020 54,701 miles

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 48,650 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2019 48,645 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Aug 2018 43,488 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2018 43,488 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 35,753 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2016 26,966 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 17,714 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 12,275 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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DG12 GHU is a 2012 Kia Ceed in White with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DG12 GHU, 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 DG12 GHU registered?

DG12 GHU is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 12 March 2012.

Is DG12 GHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG12 GHU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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