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SV61 EFX

2012 Kia Ceed

Grey Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

67,163 mi
Last recorded67,163 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV61 EFX
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2023 67,163 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

underside of vehicle well undersealed

Fail 2 Jun 2023 67,139 miles

Nearside Rear Brake insecure Foremost brake lining retaining pin missing (1.1.21 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end loose on track rod ( locking nut seized on rod )

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Vehicle underside has additional underbody protection applied including to suspension components and rigid brake pipes

Pass 2 May 2022 63,775 miles

Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both front inner steering rack ends slight wear. ()

Front Lower Under tray fitted obscuring components

Lower Underside Undersealed

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

Pass 25 Feb 2021 61,731 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under vehicle well undersealed

Pass 30 Jan 2020 59,434 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Upper Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small stone chips in zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2020 59,299 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Upper Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small stone chips in zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 52,228 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 42,716 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2017 36,109 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 29,002 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2016 28,998 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 21,129 miles

both sides rear tyres slightly perished between treads

n/s steering rack gaiter clip broken but gaiter still secure

Fail 6 Feb 2015 21,129 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both sides rear tyres slightly perished between treads

n/s steering rack gaiter clip broken but gaiter still secure

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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SV61 EFX is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Grey with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 SV61 EFX, 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.

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What year was SV61 EFX registered?

SV61 EFX is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 9 February 2012.

Is SV61 EFX safe to buy?

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