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DS61 FKH

2012 Kia Ceed

Grey Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

141,994 mi
Last recorded141,994 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS61 FKH
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 141,994 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2026 141,588 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 133,030 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2024 125,468 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2024 125,426 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 117,387 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 96,845 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 84,939 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 73,008 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 61,052 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 36,986 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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DS61 FKH is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Grey with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DS61 FKH, 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 DS61 FKH?

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What year was DS61 FKH registered?

DS61 FKH is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 21 January 2012.

Is DS61 FKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS61 FKH shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DS61 FKH have outstanding finance?

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