2012 KIA Ceed 1.6L Diesel · SY12 ODG
2012 KIA Ceed (1.6L, diesel). First registered 02 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 158,837 miles. MOT expired on 21 Mar 2026.
- Make & Model
- KIA CEED
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Inverness
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Mar 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 158,837 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SY12 ODG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/03/2025
- 158,837 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.
SY12 ODG 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 (SY12 ODG) between March 2023 and March 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 March 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
SY12 ODG Mileage History
- 22/03/2023139,801 mi
- 20/03/2024150,441 mi+10,640 mi
- 20/03/2024150,442 mi+1 mi
- 18/03/2025158,835 mi+8,393 mi
- 19/03/2025158,837 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 9,552 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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