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VE54 CVC

2004 Kia Cerato

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,465 mi
Last recorded52,465 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2011
Typical for 2004 Kia Cerato57,261 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE54 CVC
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 23 Nov 2011 52,465 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 46,728 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 44,832 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 39,996 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 34,856 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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VE54 CVC is a 2004 Kia Cerato in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VE54 CVC, 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 VE54 CVC?

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What year was VE54 CVC registered?

VE54 CVC is a 2004 Kia Cerato, first registered on 26 November 2004.

Is VE54 CVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE54 CVC shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VE54 CVC have outstanding finance?

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