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FP56 BHX

2006 Kia Carens

Grey Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

133,439 mi
Last recorded133,439 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2019
Typical for 2006 Kia Carens62,920 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP56 BHX
MakeKia
ModelCarens
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2019 133,439 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 129,556 miles

Rear wiper split

Fail 21 Jun 2018 129,554 miles

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear wiper split

Pass 24 Jun 2017 123,625 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 24 Jun 2017 123,625 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Jul 2016 118,929 miles

both rear brake pipes rusty by flex hoses

both rear tyres wearing on edges

Fail 4 Jul 2016 118,929 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both rear brake pipes rusty by flex hoses

both rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 24 Jun 2015 111,138 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 111,128 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Fail 23 Sep 2014 105,269 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 23 Sep 2014 105,269 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 12 Sep 2013 96,487 miles

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 26 Sep 2012 86,860 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 71,721 miles

nail in the nearside front tyre

registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 55,446 miles

both rear tyres worn low.

slight play to steering rack.

Pass 14 Oct 2009 38,710 miles

both rear seats missing,cannot fully check belts

headlight leveler inop

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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FP56 BHX is a 2006 Kia Carens in Grey with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FP56 BHX, 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 FP56 BHX registered?

FP56 BHX is a 2006 Kia Carens, first registered on 23 October 2006.

Is FP56 BHX safe to buy?

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