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FE56 XUX

2006 Kia Cerato

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

51,785 mi
Last recorded51,785 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2019
Typical for 2006 Kia Cerato57,955 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE56 XUX
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2019 51,785 miles

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all over (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jul 2019 51,779 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all over (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 50,199 miles

both rear tyres perishing

condition of all front wishbone bushs

corrosion both rear chassis rails and undersills and floor to sills and front floors

corrosion on all brake pipes on vehicle

corrosion on front and rear sub frames and suspension

Pass 25 Aug 2017 48,545 miles

all tyres on vehicle perishing

corrosion both rear undersills

corrosion on front and rear sub frames and suspension

dampness around n/s steering rack gaiter

handbrake travel

o/s/f and o/s/r tyres 2mm

Pass 30 Aug 2016 46,187 miles

corrosion on both rear undersills

corrosion on front and rear sub frames and suspension

corrosion rear part of both main brake pipes and both front brake pipes

o/s/f and o/s/r tyres 2mm and perishing

Pass 1 Sep 2015 42,981 miles

both wiper blade splitting

dampness around n/s rack gaiter

o/s/r tyre 2mm inner edge

slight blow and condition exhaust front pipe

Pass 22 Aug 2014 39,650 miles

dampness around steering rack gaiter near side

Pass 22 Aug 2013 35,383 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 31,130 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 26,348 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 21,182 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 15,555 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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FE56 XUX is a 2006 Kia Cerato in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FE56 XUX, 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 FE56 XUX registered?

FE56 XUX is a 2006 Kia Cerato, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is FE56 XUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE56 XUX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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