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YD12 HNJ

2012 Kia Ceed

White Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

98,964 mi
Last recorded98,964 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD12 HNJ
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 98,964 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test front facing camera ()

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

Nearside side indicator lense cover missing

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 13 Mar 2026 98,963 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test front facing camera ()

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

Nearside side indicator lense cover missing

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 89,531 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured lens cover missing (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both side split on ends (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 80,912 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2023 76,700 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2022 70,816 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 64,907 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 61,024 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 53,759 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 50,051 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 46,325 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 39,366 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 34,882 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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YD12 HNJ is a 2012 Kia Ceed in White with a 1,582cc diesel 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 YD12 HNJ, 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 YD12 HNJ registered?

YD12 HNJ is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is YD12 HNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD12 HNJ 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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