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SV12 EEW

2012 Kia Ceed

Silver Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

69,476 mi
Last recorded69,476 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2021
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV12 EEW
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2021 69,476 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

all front anti roll bar link ball joint dust covers loose

bonnet safety catch sticking

various rear suspension components getting rusty

Pass 28 Oct 2020 62,635 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 57,830 miles

slight corrosion to front and rear subframes

Pass 19 Sep 2018 52,164 miles

offside wiper blade torn slightly

Pass 28 Sep 2017 45,451 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2017 45,449 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 36,653 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2016 36,652 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

n/s front tyre has damage to outer sidewall in various places

Pass 18 Aug 2015 28,483 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 14 Aug 2015 28,483 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear tyre damaged on outer sidewall

undertrays fitted

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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SV12 EEW is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Silver with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SV12 EEW, 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 SV12 EEW registered?

SV12 EEW is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 7 August 2012.

Is SV12 EEW safe to buy?

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