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EX55 KJU

2005 Kia Cerato

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

77,530 mi
Last recorded77,530 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Kia Cerato58,173 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 KJU
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 77,530 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 71,270 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread worn inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Sep 2024 71,270 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread worn inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 67,678 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Sep 2023 67,678 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 64,796 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge. 195/60/15 88h (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge. 195/60/15 88h (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 61,299 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 61,222 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 59,843 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 58,259 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 56,671 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 54,986 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 51,679 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2014 51,677 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Sep 2013 47,565 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 45,730 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 42,250 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Sep 2011 42,248 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 40,700 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 37,012 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 30,912 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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EX55 KJU is a 2005 Kia Cerato in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 EX55 KJU, 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 EX55 KJU registered?

EX55 KJU is a 2005 Kia Cerato, first registered on 21 October 2005.

Is EX55 KJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 KJU shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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