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FV06 RYJ

2006 Kia Cerato

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,491 mi
Last recorded97,491 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 2006 Kia Cerato57,955 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV06 RYJ
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 97,491 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 24 Oct 2017 97,485 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened discs (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 90,105 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (3.5.1i)

sills covers fitted

Pass 5 May 2015 76,432 miles

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

excessive corrosion at rear brake discs

n/s number plate light dim

slight split o/s wiper rubber

Pass 7 May 2014 68,011 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2013 55,757 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 May 2013 55,757 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2012 47,013 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2012 47,013 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2011 38,692 miles

both front tyres are wearing close to the legal limit

Pass 19 May 2010 28,626 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 19,081 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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FV06 RYJ is a 2006 Kia Cerato in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FV06 RYJ, 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 FV06 RYJ registered?

FV06 RYJ is a 2006 Kia Cerato, first registered on 15 June 2006.

Is FV06 RYJ safe to buy?

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