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DU62 PKK

2012 Kia Ceed

White Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

125,929 mi
Last recorded125,929 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU62 PKK
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 125,929 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 116,757 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Rear Lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle Has Covers Fitted Unable To See Certain Testable Items

Fail 25 Nov 2024 116,757 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Rear Lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle Has Covers Fitted Unable To See Certain Testable Items

Pass 8 Nov 2023 106,595 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle Has Covers Fitted Unable To See Certain testable Items

Pass 29 Nov 2022 101,796 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2022 101,796 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 91,752 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 83,140 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2019 71,057 miles
Fail 30 May 2019 71,057 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2018 61,491 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 51,775 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 1 Jul 2016 39,458 miles

both rear tyres cracking on tread

Pass 6 Jul 2015 31,811 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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DU62 PKK is a 2012 Kia Ceed in White with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DU62 PKK, 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 DU62 PKK registered?

DU62 PKK is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 7 September 2012.

Is DU62 PKK safe to buy?

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