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DN54 FFP

2004 Kia Cerato

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,889 mi
Last recorded83,889 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2015
Typical for 2004 Kia Cerato57,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN54 FFP
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2015 83,889 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 75,889 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 70,316 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 65,342 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 60,229 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 55,334 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 55,306 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2008 43,199 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 32,077 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2007 32,054 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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DN54 FFP is a 2004 Kia Cerato in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 DN54 FFP, 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 DN54 FFP?

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What year was DN54 FFP registered?

DN54 FFP is a 2004 Kia Cerato, first registered on 24 November 2004.

Is DN54 FFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN54 FFP shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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