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SO12 EVV

2012 Kia Ceed

Blue Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

127,508 mi
Last recorded127,508 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO12 EVV
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 127,508 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Under body corrosion age related

Pass 6 Jun 2024 121,063 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silincer (6.1.2 (a))

rear suspension rusty

Fail 5 Jun 2024 121,061 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silincer (6.1.2 (a))

rear suspension rusty

Pass 12 May 2022 115,463 miles
Fail 4 May 2022 115,463 miles

Front Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2020 96,662 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on limit 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Aug 2020 96,618 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on limit 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 84,864 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 84,823 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2018 70,095 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 51,996 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 29,235 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 9,115 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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SO12 EVV is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Blue with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SO12 EVV, 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 SO12 EVV registered?

SO12 EVV is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 28 July 2012.

Is SO12 EVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO12 EVV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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