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MT54 GWV

2004 Kia Cerato

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

62,288 mi
Last recorded62,288 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2018
Typical for 2004 Kia Cerato57,261 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT54 GWV
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2018 62,288 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2018 62,288 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Nov 2017 57,197 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2017 57,197 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 50,380 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2016 50,348 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 44,702 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2015 44,702 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 40,126 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 40,126 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Dec 2013 35,186 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 30,150 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 21,461 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 21,458 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 17,878 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 17,878 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 16,642 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 14,961 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 7,197 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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MT54 GWV is a 2004 Kia Cerato in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MT54 GWV, 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

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What year was MT54 GWV registered?

MT54 GWV is a 2004 Kia Cerato, first registered on 22 November 2004.

Is MT54 GWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT54 GWV shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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