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BU05 HKX

2005 Kia Cerato

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

126,471 mi
Last recorded126,471 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Cerato58,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 HKX
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 126,471 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Strut (2.4.A.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 23 Apr 2018 126,471 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Strut (2.4.A.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2017 116,336 miles

Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.2.C.1c)

parking brake efficiency just met only 16% requires adjustment or repair

Fail 15 Apr 2017 116,336 miles

Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working both sides (1.1.A.3b)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.2.C.1c)

parking brake efficiency just met only 16% requires adjustment or repair

Pass 26 May 2016 110,551 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 102,036 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 89,594 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 75,385 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)

Fail 28 May 2013 75,385 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2012 68,784 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2011 58,603 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 58,603 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 48,655 miles

n/s/r tyre slightly perished on outer wall

Pass 26 Jun 2009 39,790 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 26 Jun 2009 39,790 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 May 2008 28,098 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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BU05 HKX is a 2005 Kia Cerato in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BU05 HKX, 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.

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What year was BU05 HKX registered?

BU05 HKX is a 2005 Kia Cerato, first registered on 25 May 2005.

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