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HW05 MZP

2005 Kia Cerato

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

18,517 mi
Last recorded18,517 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Cerato58,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW05 MZP
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 18,517 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 18,334 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 18,073 miles

Rear wiper split

Pass 9 Jul 2014 17,765 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 17,765 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 17,456 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 17,120 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 16,803 miles

handbrake has advanced travel

offside rear tyre starting to deteriorate

Pass 30 Jun 2010 16,430 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 15,981 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 15,545 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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HW05 MZP 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 HW05 MZP, 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 HW05 MZP?

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What year was HW05 MZP registered?

HW05 MZP is a 2005 Kia Cerato, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is HW05 MZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW05 MZP 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.

Does HW05 MZP have outstanding finance?

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