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DS12 EWX

2012 Kia Ceed

White Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

90,727 mi
Last recorded90,727 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2023
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS12 EWX
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2023 90,727 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 85,266 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 79,876 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Apr 2021 79,851 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front most bush torn out (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2020 77,550 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2019 67,500 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs heavy lip and corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Mar 2018 62,533 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2018 62,533 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 55,584 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2017 55,510 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 48,668 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 42,922 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2015 42,920 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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DS12 EWX is a 2012 Kia Ceed in White with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DS12 EWX, 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 DS12 EWX?

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What year was DS12 EWX registered?

DS12 EWX is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 16 June 2012.

Is DS12 EWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS12 EWX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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