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SV12 JDF

2012 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,045 mi
Last recorded131,045 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV12 JDF
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 131,045 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Rear axle corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 127,193 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2024 114,935 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 105,465 miles

Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 98,873 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2022 98,873 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 92,640 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 87,047 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 79,522 miles

Nearside Front link bar

engine covers /under trays

o/s/r & n/s/r brakes sticking

Pass 8 Mar 2018 71,031 miles

front brake disc have corrosion on inner areas

front window screen has slight damage outside of swept area

front wiper blades just in limit

rear brake disc have corrosion

rear brakes slightly sticking

rear spring have corrosion /mud around lower fitting point /have clean area can not see all of spring o/s & n/s

Fail 8 Mar 2018 71,031 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake disc have corrosion on inner areas

front window screen has slight damage outside of swept area

front wiper blades just in limit

rear brake disc have corrosion

rear brakes slightly sticking

rear spring have corrosion /mud around lower fitting point /have clean area can not see all of spring o/s & n/s

Pass 10 Mar 2017 61,787 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Inner cv boot clip wet with grease

Nearside Rear brake sticking

covers / under trays fitted

front wiper blades

Fail 10 Mar 2017 61,787 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Inner cv boot clip wet with grease

Nearside Rear brake sticking

covers / under trays fitted

front wiper blades

Tyre has ply or cords exposed deep cracks in tread (4.1.D.1b)

Tyre has ply or cords exposed deep cracks on tread (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 50,749 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 42,505 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front and rear inner brake pads look to be quite worn but unable to assess properly without dismantling

slight tear in o/s wiper blade but still clearing screen

Fail 13 Feb 2015 42,505 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front and rear inner brake pads look to be quite worn but unable to assess properly without dismantling

slight tear in o/s wiper blade but still clearing screen

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 JDF is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SV12 JDF, 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 JDF registered?

SV12 JDF is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 6 March 2012.

Is SV12 JDF safe to buy?

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