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YM15 GGX

2012 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

68,614 mi
Last recorded68,614 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM15 GGX
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 68,614 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

General corrosion under the vehicle

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Under tray fitted

Pass 29 Oct 2024 60,245 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2023 51,703 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 41,977 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 34,693 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 34,687 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 34,659 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 34,659 miles

Front Electrical wiring damaged, likely to cause a short underbonnet (1.9.2b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Fail 9 Apr 2015 27,674 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Apr 2015 27,674 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YM15 GGX is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,591cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YM15 GGX, 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 YM15 GGX registered?

YM15 GGX is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 5 May 2012.

Is YM15 GGX safe to buy?

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