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CA06 OBZ

2006 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

43,405 mi
Last recorded43,405 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Kia Rio61,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA06 OBZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 43,405 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 41,814 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 40,501 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 39,078 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 38,031 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2021 38,031 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 37,178 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 35,994 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 35,196 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 34,316 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 33,243 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 32,140 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 30,405 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 28,779 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 26,559 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 46,494 miles

front wipers slightly smearing screen

Pass 20 Jun 2011 22,927 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 19,363 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 15,614 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Rio?

Based on 1,637,344 MOT tests across 141,212 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
5,503
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
141,212
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,517
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 18,703
position lamp(s) not working 14,100
Registration plate lamp not working 12,829
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CA06 OBZ is a 2006 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2006 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 61,115 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Rio fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34,517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CA06 OBZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Rio typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 20 years old, this Kia Rio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CA06 OBZ registered?

CA06 OBZ is a 2006 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 June 2006.

Is CA06 OBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA06 OBZ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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