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MM55 VKL

2005 Kia Cerato

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,623 mi
Last recorded24,623 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2008
Typical for 2005 Kia Cerato58,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kia
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM55 VKL
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 2 Dec 2008 24,623 miles

FRONT N/PLATE HAS BEEN REPAIRED.

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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MM55 VKL is a 2005 Kia Cerato in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 MM55 VKL, 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

How do I check the history of MM55 VKL?

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What year was MM55 VKL registered?

MM55 VKL is a 2005 Kia Cerato, first registered on 12 December 2005.

Is MM55 VKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM55 VKL shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MM55 VKL have outstanding finance?

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