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FE56 WFB

2006 Kia Carens

Silver Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

75,588 mi
Last recorded75,588 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2018
Typical for 2006 Kia Carens62,920 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE56 WFB
MakeKia
ModelCarens
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 11 Jul 2018 75,588 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected dirty (3.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Coolant leak radiator ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 72,166 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 8 Dec 2017 72,079 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine management light on

Pass 15 Dec 2016 65,606 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/60/15 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/60/15 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 15 Dec 2016 65,606 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/60/15 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/60/15 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 57,250 miles

Child seat fitted to nearside rear making it difficult to inspect the adult belt

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

Nearside door mirror glass damaged

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

Rear exhaust bracket broken

Fail 30 Nov 2015 57,145 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted to nearside rear making it difficult to inspect the adult belt

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

Nearside door mirror glass damaged

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

Rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 10 Nov 2014 47,950 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 46,204 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 42,962 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 39,284 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 29,922 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 29,269 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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FE56 WFB is a 2006 Kia Carens in Silver with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FE56 WFB, 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.

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What year was FE56 WFB registered?

FE56 WFB is a 2006 Kia Carens, first registered on 4 September 2006.

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