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LB54 RRX

2005 Kia Cerato

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

92,979 mi
Last recorded92,979 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2015
Typical for 2005 Kia Cerato58,173 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2015 92,979 miles

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

o/s rear brake is binding slightly

sill covers fitted

Fail 8 Jan 2015 92,979 miles

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

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

o/s rear brake is binding slightly

sill covers fitted

Pass 16 Jan 2014 84,482 miles

n/s rear brake is binding slightly

sill covers fitted

steering rack o/s gaiter is damp

Fail 16 Jan 2014 84,482 miles

sill covers fitted

steering rack o/s gaiter is damp

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

n/s rear brake is binding slightly

Pass 17 Jan 2013 76,390 miles

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

n/s rear tyre wear is uneven

sill covers fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2012 67,655 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2012 67,655 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Fail 13 Jan 2011 56,851 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 56,851 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 46,425 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 35,244 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 26,272 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 RRX is a 2005 Kia Cerato in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RRX, 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 RRX registered?

LB54 RRX is a 2005 Kia Cerato, first registered on 19 January 2005.

Is LB54 RRX safe to buy?

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