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KK05 TYG

2005 Kia Cerato

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,870 mi
Last recorded87,870 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Kia Cerato58,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKK05 TYG
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 12 Nov 2025 87,870 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 13 Nov 2024 84,932 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 82,125 miles

Exhaust corroded

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 79,141 miles

Exhaust corroded

Pass 19 Nov 2021 75,537 miles

Exhaust corroded

Offside rear sill corroded

Pass 16 Nov 2020 72,716 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 69,977 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 66,113 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 61,856 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 57,131 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 53,249 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 48,431 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 43,343 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 38,498 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 33,640 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 29,397 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 23,690 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 17,774 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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KK05 TYG is a 2005 Kia Cerato in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KK05 TYG, 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 KK05 TYG?

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What year was KK05 TYG registered?

KK05 TYG is a 2005 Kia Cerato, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is KK05 TYG safe to buy?

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