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WR12 VZK

2012 Kia Ceed

Blue Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

33,741 mi
Last recorded33,741 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Ceed66,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR12 VZK
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 33,741 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 32,252 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 29,268 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 25,723 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 24 Apr 2023 25,723 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 23,299 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2021 20,014 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2020 15,376 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 13,247 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 12,571 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 11,106 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 10,130 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 8,245 miles

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

coolant above maximum level

free play in parking brake

front brake flexi hoses covered with under sill unable to fully inspect them

oil level over filled

small dents on roof

wiper blades slightly smearing

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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WR12 VZK is a 2012 Kia Ceed in Blue with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WR12 VZK, 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 WR12 VZK registered?

WR12 VZK is a 2012 Kia Ceed, first registered on 18 June 2012.

Is WR12 VZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR12 VZK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WR12 VZK have outstanding finance?

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