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FV12 EKN

2012 Kia Ceed

Silver Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,819 mi
Last recorded79,819 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2018
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV12 EKN
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2018 79,819 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 68,167 miles

Offside Rear tyre split in tread

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 24 Feb 2017 68,162 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear tyre split in tread

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front brake discs and pads worn

Pass 29 Feb 2016 60,121 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 46,624 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FV12 EKN is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Silver with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FV12 EKN, 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 FV12 EKN registered?

FV12 EKN is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 24 March 2012.

Is FV12 EKN safe to buy?

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