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AF56 TZU

2006 Kia Cerato

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

160,296 mi
Last recorded160,296 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2023
Typical for 2006 Kia Cerato57,955 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 TZU
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2023 160,296 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2022 99,160 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated end split (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2022 99,148 miles

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick caliper 'sticking' (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated end split (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 86,868 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play And gaiter deteriated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2020 79,376 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 69,668 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 57,219 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2018 57,214 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 47,899 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 47,899 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2016 38,444 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 38,444 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 35,956 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 32,266 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 27,625 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 24,366 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 19,623 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 15,460 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 10,737 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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AF56 TZU is a 2006 Kia Cerato in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 AF56 TZU, 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 AF56 TZU registered?

AF56 TZU is a 2006 Kia Cerato, first registered on 30 October 2006.

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