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AK56 YDT

2006 Kia Carens

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

70,238 mi
Last recorded70,238 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2016
Typical for 2006 Kia Carens62,920 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 YDT
MakeKia
ModelCarens
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2016 70,238 miles

rear tyres balding on inner edges

Fail 30 Jan 2015 61,688 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 61,688 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 59,235 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 56,334 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 47,965 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 47,964 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 42,454 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 31,758 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Carens?

Based on 476,991 MOT tests across 36,863 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
6,950
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
36,863
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29,613
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,176
parking brake recording little or no effort 12,318
position lamp(s) not working 11,979
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,018
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AK56 YDT is a 2006 Kia Carens in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2006 Kia Carens models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 62,920 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Carens fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 29,613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK56 YDT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Carens typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 20 years old, this Kia Carens is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AK56 YDT?

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What year was AK56 YDT registered?

AK56 YDT is a 2006 Kia Carens, first registered on 2 October 2006.

Is AK56 YDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK56 YDT shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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