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VN12 ZXP

2012 Kia Ceed

Black Petrol 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

39,152 mi
Last recorded39,152 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN12 ZXP
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 39,152 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2025 39,147 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 37,378 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 36,520 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2023 35,076 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 33,808 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2021 32,316 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2020 30,833 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 28,755 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 26,294 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 23,121 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 18,594 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 14,370 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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VN12 ZXP is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VN12 ZXP, 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

How do I check the history of VN12 ZXP?

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What year was VN12 ZXP registered?

VN12 ZXP is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 18 July 2012.

Is VN12 ZXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN12 ZXP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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