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AK62 FRU

2012 Kia Ceed

Silver Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,719 mi
Last recorded147,719 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2024
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 FRU
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2024 147,719 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement deteriorated ,both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2024 147,719 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement deteriorated ,both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 138,981 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 132,964 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 130,448 miles

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Fail 4 Jan 2021 130,448 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

ns mirror glass poor,rear wiper blade,os reg light inop,front brake discs and brake pads poor,rear brake pads wearing low,clutch poor biting low

Pass 19 Jun 2019 112,097 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 112,083 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 May 2018 98,574 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 79,888 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 59,373 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 47,325 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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AK62 FRU is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Silver with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AK62 FRU, 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.

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What year was AK62 FRU registered?

AK62 FRU is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 29 September 2012.

Is AK62 FRU safe to buy?

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