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 Diesel 1582cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 151,189 miles on the clock, averaging 10,992 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 CRDi engine is known for d4fb.
MOT & Mileage History for GV12 BCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 151,189 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,785 |
| Average per year | 10,992 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | GV12 BCU |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Ceed |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1582cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About GV12 BCU
What car is GV12 BCU?
GV12 BCU is a silver Kia Ceed, diesel (1582cc). First registered in Brighton in 2012.
What is the mileage of GV12 BCU?
The last recorded mileage for GV12 BCU was 151,189 miles, recorded on 10 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV12 BCU passed its MOT?
GV12 BCU has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 10 Jun 2026.
Is GV12 BCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV12 BCU 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 GV12 BCU?
GV12 BCU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.