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DE54 JVU

2004 Kia Cerato

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

114,712 mi
Last recorded114,712 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2016
Typical for 2004 Kia Cerato57,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE54 JVU
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2016 114,712 miles

all four tyres worn low on edges

slight corrosion on front brake discs

Fail 3 Jun 2016 114,712 miles

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

all four tyres worn low on edges

slight corrosion on front brake discs

Pass 22 Jul 2015 109,395 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 101,856 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 88,631 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 78,575 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 70,300 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 25 Jul 2011 70,300 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 6 Jul 2010 58,817 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 58,817 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 51,436 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 7 Jul 2008 43,832 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 38,553 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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DE54 JVU is a 2004 Kia Cerato in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DE54 JVU, 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

How do I check the history of DE54 JVU?

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What year was DE54 JVU registered?

DE54 JVU is a 2004 Kia Cerato, first registered on 6 October 2004.

Is DE54 JVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE54 JVU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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