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GL05 WDM

2005 Kia Cerato

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

92,281 mi
Last recorded92,281 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Kia Cerato58,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 WDM
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2023 92,281 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 84,862 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 17 Nov 2021 84,075 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2020 83,226 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 81,257 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2018 80,834 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2018 80,834 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 80,277 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 78,920 miles

Both rear brakes slightly binding

Fail 31 Oct 2016 78,920 miles

Both rear brakes slightly binding

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 77,194 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 75,415 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Nov 2013 71,476 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2013 71,476 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 68,532 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 29 Nov 2012 68,532 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2011 64,676 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2010 56,423 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 48,130 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 47,920 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 29 May 2008 38,330 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2008 38,330 miles

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

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

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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GL05 WDM is a 2005 Kia Cerato in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GL05 WDM, 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.

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What year was GL05 WDM registered?

GL05 WDM is a 2005 Kia Cerato, first registered on 30 July 2005.

Is GL05 WDM safe to buy?

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