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WL12 HFK

2012 Kia Ceed

Grey Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2019
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

56,668 mi
Last recorded56,668 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL12 HFK
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2018 56,668 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 56,668 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2017 53,660 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing inner tread bald (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing inner tread bald (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing inner tread bald (4.1.E.1)

nearside rear tyre cracking in between treads

Fail 18 Sep 2017 53,660 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing inner tread bald (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing inner tread bald (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing inner tread bald (4.1.E.1)

nearside rear tyre cracking in between treads

Pass 25 Aug 2016 41,260 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear tyre with cut deep , no cords exposed

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 22 Aug 2016 41,235 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear tyre with cut deep , no cords exposed

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 29,259 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 1 Jul 2015 28,946 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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WL12 HFK is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Grey with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 WL12 HFK, 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 WL12 HFK registered?

WL12 HFK is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 20 August 2012.

Is WL12 HFK safe to buy?

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