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FY56 YHF

2006 Kia Cerato

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

153,109 mi
Last recorded153,109 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2019
Typical for 2006 Kia Cerato57,955 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY56 YHF
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2019 153,109 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 153,012 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 143,300 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2018 143,300 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Nov 2017 129,731 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 129,709 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2016 115,501 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 104,770 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 96,991 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 91,557 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 91,048 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 78,716 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2012 78,716 miles

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

front tyres wearing om edges

Pass 18 Oct 2011 66,368 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2011 66,368 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2010 52,658 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 38,048 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 38,048 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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FY56 YHF is a 2006 Kia Cerato in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FY56 YHF, 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 FY56 YHF registered?

FY56 YHF is a 2006 Kia Cerato, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is FY56 YHF safe to buy?

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