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FP55 HFU

2005 Kia Cerato

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

74,298 mi
Last recorded74,298 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2014
Typical for 2005 Kia Cerato58,173 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 HFU
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2014 74,298 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

condition of front brake discs

Pass 23 Oct 2013 63,602 miles

high level stop light inoperative

Fail 23 Oct 2013 63,599 miles

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

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

high level stop light inoperative

offside front back plate touching disc

Pass 8 Oct 2012 56,171 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2011 46,478 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 34,278 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 32,721 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 24,836 miles

front brake discs worn.

offside parking brake lever arm not returning to the stop on the caliper,recommend attention.

wipers smearing slightly.

Fail 13 Nov 2008 24,836 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

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

front brake discs worn.

fuel filler flap sticking.

offside parking brake lever arm not returning to the stop on the caliper,recommend attention.

wipers smearing slightly.

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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FP55 HFU is a 2005 Kia Cerato in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FP55 HFU, 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 FP55 HFU?

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What year was FP55 HFU registered?

FP55 HFU is a 2005 Kia Cerato, first registered on 17 November 2005.

Is FP55 HFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 HFU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FP55 HFU have outstanding finance?

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