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LB05 VMD

2005 Kia Cerato

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

75,093 mi
Last recorded75,093 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Cerato58,173 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 VMD
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 75,093 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 69,295 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 69,295 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 61,446 miles

both headlamp lens's deteriorated/poor reflection/pattern

Pass 22 Jul 2014 54,359 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 46,018 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 46,016 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

front number plate broken

Pass 31 Jul 2012 37,721 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 31,258 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jul 2011 31,258 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 26,607 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 23,434 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 19,849 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 19,849 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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LB05 VMD is a 2005 Kia Cerato in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LB05 VMD, 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 LB05 VMD?

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What year was LB05 VMD registered?

LB05 VMD is a 2005 Kia Cerato, first registered on 12 July 2005.

Is LB05 VMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB05 VMD shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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