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FN55 YDE

2006 Kia Carens

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

49,942 mi
Last recorded49,942 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2016
Typical for 2006 Kia Carens62,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN55 YDE
MakeKia
ModelCarens
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2016 49,942 miles

parking brake only just passed

Fail 3 Jun 2016 49,942 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

parking brake only just passed

Pass 10 Jun 2015 46,449 miles

front brake discs corroded & lipped

front brake pads wearing low

nearside front shock absorber damp

nearside outer sill damaged

outer cv gaiter perished & cracking

slight oil leak residue found on engine

Pass 3 Jul 2014 42,898 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 39,407 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 35,827 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 31,342 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 26,600 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front brake discs worn.pads appear to be wearing low,recommend attention.

offside rear tyre sidewall scuffed..

oil on nearside steering rack boot.

Pass 22 Feb 2010 22,616 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre wall damaged.

Pass 24 Feb 2009 13,384 miles

both rear tyres cracking on the outer wall.

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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FN55 YDE is a 2006 Kia Carens in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FN55 YDE, 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 FN55 YDE registered?

FN55 YDE is a 2006 Kia Carens, first registered on 17 February 2006.

Is FN55 YDE safe to buy?

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