2012 KIA Ceed 1.6L Diesel · L18 VAX
2012 KIA Ceed (1.6L, diesel). First registered 17 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 79,756 miles. MOT expired on 19 May 2026.
- Make & Model
- KIA CEED
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 May 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 79,756 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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L18 VAX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/05/2025
- 79,756 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
L18 VAX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Kia Ceed (L18 VAX) between May 2023 and May 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
L18 VAX Mileage History
- 20/05/202348,417 mi
- 20/05/202348,417 mi
- 13/05/202463,679 mi+15,262 mi
- 17/05/202579,756 mi+16,077 mi
- 17/05/202579,756 mi
Average of roughly 15,723 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Kia Ceed (JD)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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