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WG12 YAJ

2012 Kia Ceed

Blue Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

107,184 mi
Last recorded107,184 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG12 YAJ
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 107,184 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2024 91,959 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2023 77,146 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2022 67,541 miles

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE CRACKING ( TREAD PATTERN)

STEERING / SUSPENSION COMPONENTS SURFACE CORRISION

TAILGATE NUMBER PLATE TRIM INSECURE

Fail 27 Jun 2022 67,541 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively SPLIT (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords OUTER SIDE WALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE CRACKING ( TREAD PATTERN)

STEERING / SUSPENSION COMPONENTS SURFACE CORRISION

TAILGATE NUMBER PLATE TRIM INSECURE

Pass 5 Jul 2021 60,444 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 56,856 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier incorrect size (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jul 2020 56,856 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier incorrect size (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 51,438 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2019 51,438 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 43,733 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 34,823 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 19,264 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 10,858 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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WG12 YAJ is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Blue with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WG12 YAJ, 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 WG12 YAJ registered?

WG12 YAJ is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 20 August 2012.

Is WG12 YAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG12 YAJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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