2012 KIA Ceed 1.6L Diesel · DK12 HHV
2012 KIA Ceed (1.6L, diesel). First registered 31 Dec 2012. Recorded mileage 121,346 miles. MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA CEED
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 121,346 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DK12 HHV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/02/2026
- 121,346 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.
DK12 HHV 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 (DK12 HHV) between January 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
DK12 HHV Mileage History
- 19/01/2024103,916 mi
- 19/01/2024103,617 mi-299 mi
- 03/02/2025109,947 mi+6,330 mi
- 03/02/2025109,947 mi
- 10/02/2026121,346 mi+11,399 mi
Average of roughly 8,453 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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: 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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