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KD55 GWF

2005 Kia Cerato

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

41,153 mi
Last recorded41,153 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Cerato58,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD55 GWF
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2016 41,153 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2016 41,153 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 40,802 miles

EML light on

Pass 13 Oct 2014 37,789 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 34,571 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 30,061 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 27,659 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Oct 2010 21,596 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 20,776 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2008 16,156 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Cerato?

Based on 91,093 MOT tests across 5,957 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
5,947
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
5,957
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,654
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,130
Registration plate lamp not working 2,601
parking brake recording little or no effort 2,582
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,491
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KD55 GWF is a 2005 Kia Cerato in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Kia Cerato models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 58,173 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Cerato fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,654 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KD55 GWF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Cerato typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Kia Cerato is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KD55 GWF?

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What year was KD55 GWF registered?

KD55 GWF is a 2005 Kia Cerato, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is KD55 GWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD55 GWF shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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