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2012 KIA 1.0L Petrol · SM62 AWN

SM62 AWN

2012 KIA (1.0L, petrol). First registered 02 Nov 2012. Recorded mileage 74,485 miles. MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027.

Make & Model
KIA
Year / Origin
2012 · Edinburgh
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 15 Oct 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
74,485 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Available on IAGC
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 15 Oct 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2012
Engine
998cc
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SM62 AWN Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 24/09/2026
  • 74,485 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

SM62 AWN MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 12 Oct 2026, 00:38
MOT Analysis

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 Unknown (SM62 AWN) between October 2023 and September 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 24 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 13 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.

PASS
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ADVISORY

SM62 AWN Mileage History

  1. 12/10/202369,425 mi
  2. 26/09/202471,052 mi+1,627 mi
  3. 18/09/202572,599 mi+1,547 mi
  4. 18/09/202572,599 mi
  5. 24/09/202674,485 mi+1,886 mi

Average of roughly 1,715 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
70
/ 100 · Average
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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.

✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
! Older vehicle
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