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LD54 BJE

2004 Kia Cerato

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,505 mi
Last recorded41,505 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2012
Typical for 2004 Kia Cerato57,261 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD54 BJE
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2012 41,505 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 28,647 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 28,647 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 28,604 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 27,684 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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LD54 BJE is a 2004 Kia Cerato in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Kia Cerato models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 57,261 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 LD54 BJE, 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 22 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 LD54 BJE?

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What year was LD54 BJE registered?

LD54 BJE is a 2004 Kia Cerato, first registered on 29 September 2004.

Is LD54 BJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD54 BJE shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LD54 BJE have outstanding finance?

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