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AK12 OEU

2012 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

192,386 mi
Last recorded192,386 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2021
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 OEU
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2021 192,386 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 175,844 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 175,844 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both not working 2x239 (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 146,743 miles

brake fluid looks dirty

Pass 27 Apr 2018 120,187 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 94,537 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 66,921 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside front tyre bald on inner edge

under-tray fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2015 41,740 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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AK12 OEU is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AK12 OEU, 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 AK12 OEU registered?

AK12 OEU is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is AK12 OEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 OEU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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