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YF12 ODW

2012 Kia Ceed

Blue Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

136,043 mi
Last recorded136,043 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF12 ODW
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 14 Mar 2026 136,043 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 129,197 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 123,744 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 113,625 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 104,188 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone a (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 98,500 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 86,167 miles

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))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2018 72,791 miles

chip in screen

front brake pads low

rear discs corroded

Pass 20 May 2017 60,914 miles

front tyres low on tread

Pass 15 May 2016 45,771 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 30,540 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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YF12 ODW is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Blue with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YF12 ODW, 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 YF12 ODW registered?

YF12 ODW is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 29 May 2012.

Is YF12 ODW safe to buy?

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