2012 KIA Ceed 1.6L Diesel · WK12 YRL
2012 KIA Ceed (1.6L, diesel). First registered 27 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 89,326 miles. MOT expired on 15 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- KIA CEED
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Truro
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 89,326 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WK12 YRL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/09/2025
- 89,326 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.
WK12 YRL 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 (WK12 YRL) between March 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
WK12 YRL Mileage History
- 14/03/202380,240 mi
- 04/09/202486,703 mi+6,463 mi
- 16/09/202486,703 mi
- 12/09/202589,197 mi+2,494 mi
- 16/09/202589,326 mi+129 mi
Average of roughly 3,619 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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