Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2012 Kia Ceed Diesel 1582cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 188,761 miles on the clock, averaging 13,981 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 CRDi engine is known for d4fb.
MOT & Mileage History for EK12 AOE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 188,761 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,981 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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.
D4FB
Carbon clogging leads to valve sticking; DPF fails to regen properly on short trips.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EK12 AOE |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Ceed |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1582cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EK — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About EK12 AOE
What car is EK12 AOE?
EK12 AOE is an black Kia Ceed, diesel (1582cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.
What is the mileage of EK12 AOE?
The last recorded mileage for EK12 AOE was 188,761 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EK12 AOE passed its MOT?
EK12 AOE has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2022.
Is EK12 AOE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EK12 AOE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EK12 AOE?
EK12 AOE is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.