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LA55 FYN

2006 Kia Cerato

Black Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

91,898 mi
Last recorded91,898 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2019
Typical for 2006 Kia Cerato57,955 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA55 FYN
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2019 91,898 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 88,672 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 79,077 miles

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

rust on all underside components

Pass 26 Feb 2016 68,950 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Feb 2016 68,836 miles

Front All position lamps not working both (1.1.A.3b)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2015 58,786 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2014 48,425 miles

all brake discs worn & rear pads low

Pass 26 Feb 2013 37,724 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 20,954 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

unable to see rear inner pads

Pass 17 Feb 2011 20,583 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 17,922 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 15,153 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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LA55 FYN is a 2006 Kia Cerato in Black with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2006 Kia Cerato models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 57,955 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 LA55 FYN, 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 20 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 LA55 FYN registered?

LA55 FYN is a 2006 Kia Cerato, first registered on 20 February 2006.

Is LA55 FYN safe to buy?

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