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LB54 RPZ

2005 Kia Cerato

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

101,045 mi
Last recorded101,045 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Cerato58,173 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB54 RPZ
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2016 101,045 miles

Nearside Front shocker weak

Fail 9 Feb 2016 100,861 miles

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

Nearside Front shocker weak

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

Pass 12 Feb 2015 88,008 miles

n/s/f shocker weak

Pass 1 Feb 2014 74,418 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 68,408 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2013 68,408 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2012 61,582 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 53,901 miles

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

offside front tyre low

Pass 13 Feb 2010 42,640 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 32,394 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 22,918 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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LB54 RPZ 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 81.8%.

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 LB54 RPZ, 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

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What year was LB54 RPZ registered?

LB54 RPZ is a 2005 Kia Cerato, first registered on 17 January 2005.

Is LB54 RPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB54 RPZ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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