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FD54 OTU

2004 Kia Cerato

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

66,100 mi
Last recorded66,100 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2008
Typical for 2004 Kia Cerato57,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD54 OTU
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2008 66,100 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 66,100 miles

Centre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 6 Nov 2007 53,305 miles

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 6 Nov 2007 53,305 miles

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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FD54 OTU is a 2004 Kia Cerato in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FD54 OTU, 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 FD54 OTU?

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What year was FD54 OTU registered?

FD54 OTU is a 2004 Kia Cerato, first registered on 30 November 2004.

Is FD54 OTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD54 OTU shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FD54 OTU have outstanding finance?

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