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GF05 EFZ

2005 Kia Cerato

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

50,557 mi
Last recorded50,557 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Cerato58,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 EFZ
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2016 50,557 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 46,452 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 41,726 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/f tyre is void of tread on outer edge

Pass 10 Feb 2014 34,552 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Feb 2013 31,954 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 30,037 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 1 Mar 2012 30,037 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage cracked (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 26,280 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 22,385 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 18,806 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 14,443 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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GF05 EFZ is a 2005 Kia Cerato in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GF05 EFZ, 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 GF05 EFZ?

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What year was GF05 EFZ registered?

GF05 EFZ is a 2005 Kia Cerato, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is GF05 EFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 EFZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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