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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 86,379 miles on the clock, averaging 4,692 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 CRDi engine is known for d4fb.
MOT & Mileage History for SM12 VAF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 86,379 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 4,692 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | SM12 VAF |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Ceed |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1582cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About SM12 VAF
What car is SM12 VAF?
SM12 VAF is an silver Kia Ceed, diesel (1582cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2012.
What is the mileage of SM12 VAF?
The last recorded mileage for SM12 VAF was 86,379 miles, recorded on 14 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM12 VAF passed its MOT?
SM12 VAF has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 14 Mar 2026.
Is SM12 VAF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM12 VAF 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 SM12 VAF?
SM12 VAF is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.