Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2012 Kia Ceed Petrol 1591cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 121,822 miles on the clock, averaging 7,394 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 CVVT engine is known for g4fc and vvt oil control valve.
MOT & Mileage History for CA12 VAO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 121,822 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,394 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Kia Ceed
These are the most commonly reported problems on Kia Ceed models (2007–2012), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
G4FC
VVT Oil Control Valve (solenoid/valve assembly)
Clogs with oil sludge/varnish, restricting oil flow to the cam phaser, or solenoid coil fails electrically.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CA12 VAO |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Ceed |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1591cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About CA12 VAO
What car is CA12 VAO?
CA12 VAO is a blue Kia Ceed, petrol (1591cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2012.
What is the mileage of CA12 VAO?
The last recorded mileage for CA12 VAO was 121,822 miles, recorded on 10 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA12 VAO passed its MOT?
CA12 VAO has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 10 Aug 2026.
Is CA12 VAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA12 VAO is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is CA12 VAO?
CA12 VAO is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.