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DY62 OTN

2012 Kia Ceed

White Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

91,022 mi
Last recorded91,022 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY62 OTN
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 91,022 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 90,151 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 89,515 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 88,731 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 86,855 miles

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 31 Aug 2022 86,851 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bottom arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2021 79,950 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front bottom arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine cover fitted

exhaust slightly corroded

under tray fitted

Fail 1 Sep 2021 79,945 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front bottom arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine cover fitted

exhaust slightly corroded

under tray fitted

Pass 3 Sep 2020 73,732 miles

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

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

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (rearmost bushes) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2020 73,732 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (rearmost bushes) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 68,201 miles

undertrays obscuring inspection of some components

Fail 5 Sep 2019 68,201 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

undertrays obscuring inspection of some components

Pass 17 Aug 2018 62,463 miles

n/s/f daytime running light not working

o/s/r tyre worn on edges and in poor condition

Pass 29 Apr 2017 48,893 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 36,857 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Stone Chips in front screen

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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DY62 OTN is a 2012 Kia Ceed in White with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 DY62 OTN, 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 DY62 OTN registered?

DY62 OTN is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 5 September 2012.

Is DY62 OTN safe to buy?

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