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MF54 UXG

2004 Kia Cerato

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

68,110 mi
Last recorded68,110 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Kia Cerato57,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF54 UXG
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 68,110 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top bush starting to split (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top bush starting to split (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 63,293 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened top mounting rubber starting to split (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened top mounting rubber starting to split (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

plastic covers over both outer sills

Pass 5 Oct 2023 62,088 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2022 60,568 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2021 58,921 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2021 58,921 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 57,164 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2019 55,397 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 53,126 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2018 53,126 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 50,624 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 50,624 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 47,998 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 45,673 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 42,753 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 42,753 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 40,091 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 37,374 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 37,374 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 34,295 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 30,811 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 26,558 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 26,558 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2008 21,911 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 17,119 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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MF54 UXG is a 2004 Kia Cerato in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 MF54 UXG, 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 MF54 UXG?

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What year was MF54 UXG registered?

MF54 UXG is a 2004 Kia Cerato, first registered on 6 September 2004.

Is MF54 UXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF54 UXG shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MF54 UXG have outstanding finance?

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