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AY05 KKO

2005 Kia Cerato

Silver Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

124,230 mi
Last recorded124,230 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Cerato58,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 KKO
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2017 124,230 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2017 124,230 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 115,335 miles

Front Steering component damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 24 Aug 2016 115,327 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Steering component damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 108,308 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 101,651 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 90,572 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 81,183 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 70,384 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 60,441 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 50,150 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 37,136 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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AY05 KKO is a 2005 Kia Cerato in Silver with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AY05 KKO, 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

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What year was AY05 KKO registered?

AY05 KKO is a 2005 Kia Cerato, first registered on 22 August 2005.

Is AY05 KKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY05 KKO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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