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YJ12 XFX

2012 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,984 mi
Last recorded90,984 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ12 XFX
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 90,984 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 78,846 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 64,012 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 64,012 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 42,359 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 42,359 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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YJ12 XFX is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YJ12 XFX, 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 YJ12 XFX?

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What year was YJ12 XFX registered?

YJ12 XFX is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is YJ12 XFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ12 XFX shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YJ12 XFX have outstanding finance?

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