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FT61 XAB

2012 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

152,666 mi
Last recorded152,666 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT61 XAB
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 19 Jun 2026 152,666 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2025 149,095 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2025 149,031 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 145,581 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 139,452 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2022 139,432 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2021 130,619 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 108,394 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 90,216 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2018 89,850 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 68,526 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 32,672 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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FT61 XAB is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FT61 XAB, 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 FT61 XAB?

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What year was FT61 XAB registered?

FT61 XAB is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 10 February 2012.

Is FT61 XAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT61 XAB shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FT61 XAB have outstanding finance?

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