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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 87,869 miles on the clock, averaging 6,313 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 RA11 ESE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 87,869 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11 |
| Average per year | 6,313 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | RA11 ESE |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Ceed |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1591cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 11 — March 2011 to August 2011 |
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About RA11 ESE
What car is RA11 ESE?
RA11 ESE is an silver Kia Ceed, petrol (1591cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.
What is the mileage of RA11 ESE?
The last recorded mileage for RA11 ESE was 87,869 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA11 ESE passed its MOT?
RA11 ESE has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2026.
Is RA11 ESE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA11 ESE 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 RA11 ESE?
RA11 ESE is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.