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FE61 WLX

2012 Kia Ceed

Blue Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

99,301 mi
Last recorded99,301 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE61 WLX
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 99,301 miles

Nearside Front Inner CV Boot leaking

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

Offside Front Inner CV Boot leaking

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

Pass 20 Nov 2024 91,918 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 87,285 miles

nearside rear brake disc corroded on edges

Fail 1 Dec 2023 87,151 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

nearside rear brake disc corroded on edges

Pass 1 Dec 2022 82,646 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2021 76,202 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides front brake discs lipped on the outer edges. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated CV boot clip loose allowing grease to weep out. (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides rear braked discs. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 72,707 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2019 69,172 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 61,294 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides front disc brakes have a lip on the outer edges indicating some wear. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Two mobile phone holders. ()

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides front lower wishbone front arm, main rubber bushes starting to crack / deteriorate. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides rear brake discs. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides rear brake pads. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 52,585 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 43,775 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 33,519 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 25,397 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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FE61 WLX is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Blue with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FE61 WLX, 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 FE61 WLX registered?

FE61 WLX is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 7 February 2012.

Is FE61 WLX safe to buy?

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