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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 144,790 miles on the clock, averaging 8,360 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 CRDi engine is known for d4fb.
MOT & Mileage History for PL12 BZA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 144,790 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,778 |
| Average per year | 8,360 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | PL12 BZA |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Ceed |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1582cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About PL12 BZA
What car is PL12 BZA?
PL12 BZA is a black Kia Ceed, diesel (1582cc). First registered in Preston in 2012.
What is the mileage of PL12 BZA?
The last recorded mileage for PL12 BZA was 144,790 miles, recorded on 15 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL12 BZA passed its MOT?
PL12 BZA has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Mar 2025.
Is PL12 BZA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL12 BZA 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 PL12 BZA?
PL12 BZA is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.