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FD05 AYF

2005 Kia Cerato

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

121,007 mi
Last recorded121,007 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Cerato58,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD05 AYF
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2016 121,007 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 92,301 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 91,179 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2013 80,417 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 80,417 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 72,795 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 62,444 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2010 52,296 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 44,858 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 36,373 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 36,373 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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FD05 AYF is a 2005 Kia Cerato in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 FD05 AYF, 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

How do I check the history of FD05 AYF?

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What year was FD05 AYF registered?

FD05 AYF is a 2005 Kia Cerato, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is FD05 AYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD05 AYF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FD05 AYF have outstanding finance?

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