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MJ54 TVZ

2004 Kia Cerato

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

64,435 mi
Last recorded64,435 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 2004 Kia Cerato57,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ54 TVZ
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 64,435 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 64,435 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 60,214 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 56,831 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 52,473 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 48,711 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 47,205 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 43,102 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 37,936 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 30,732 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2010 29,311 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 29,311 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 24,856 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 22,087 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 19,249 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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MJ54 TVZ is a 2004 Kia Cerato in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 MJ54 TVZ, 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 MJ54 TVZ?

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What year was MJ54 TVZ registered?

MJ54 TVZ is a 2004 Kia Cerato, first registered on 19 November 2004.

Is MJ54 TVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ54 TVZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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