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EA56 AJU

2006 Kia Cerato

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

71,305 mi
Last recorded71,305 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2022
Typical for 2006 Kia Cerato57,955 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA56 AJU
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2022 71,305 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2022 71,305 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 66,046 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 57,731 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 51,167 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Aug 2019 51,167 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2018 72,360 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 39,229 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 36,309 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2015 33,274 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 29,613 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 26,966 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 23,477 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 19,322 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 15,701 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 12,067 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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EA56 AJU is a 2006 Kia Cerato in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EA56 AJU, 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 EA56 AJU registered?

EA56 AJU is a 2006 Kia Cerato, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is EA56 AJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA56 AJU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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