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BX54 UJO

2004 Kia Cerato

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,600 mi
Last recorded79,600 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2019
Typical for 2004 Kia Cerato57,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX54 UJO
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2019 79,600 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both frosted (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 76,163 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 76,163 miles

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 72,700 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 68,716 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Fail 15 Feb 2016 68,715 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

battery positive terminal loose

Pass 16 Feb 2015 65,469 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 58,840 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 46,113 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 39,667 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 34,558 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 34,550 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2009 29,711 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 25,193 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 19,981 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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BX54 UJO is a 2004 Kia Cerato in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Kia Cerato models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 57,261 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 BX54 UJO, 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 22 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 BX54 UJO registered?

BX54 UJO is a 2004 Kia Cerato, first registered on 29 October 2004.

Is BX54 UJO safe to buy?

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