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MF54 XOA

2004 Kia Cerato

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

71,189 mi
Last recorded71,189 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2017
Typical for 2004 Kia Cerato57,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2017 71,189 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a joint rack (2.3.3b)

Offside parking brake performance sligtly down

battery insecure

Fail 21 Mar 2017 71,189 miles

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a joint rack (2.3.3b)

Offside parking brake performance sligtly down

battery insecure

Pass 25 Feb 2016 62,975 miles

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 53,849 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2015 53,849 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 48,354 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 40,961 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 36,156 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 28,032 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 28,026 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Jun 2010 21,901 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 15,949 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 15,949 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 10,923 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 9,187 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 XOA is a 2004 Kia Cerato in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 XOA, 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 XOA?

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What year was MF54 XOA registered?

MF54 XOA is a 2004 Kia Cerato, first registered on 13 September 2004.

Is MF54 XOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF54 XOA shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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