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VU62 WPW

2012 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

41,409 mi
Last recorded41,409 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2019
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU62 WPW
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2019 41,409 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 36,431 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 31,054 miles

all brake pads low

Pass 9 Sep 2016 24,947 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 24,947 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

both rear tyres worn inner edge

Fail 10 Jul 2015 19,103 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front tyre wear uneven, wearing on inside edges.

Pass 10 Jul 2015 19,103 miles

front tyre wear uneven, wearing on inside edges.

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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VU62 WPW is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VU62 WPW, 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 VU62 WPW?

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What year was VU62 WPW registered?

VU62 WPW is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is VU62 WPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU62 WPW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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