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GF06 VHX

2006 Kia Cerato

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,595 mi
Last recorded69,595 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2014
Typical for 2006 Kia Cerato57,955 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF06 VHX
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2014 69,595 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 69,594 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

nearside rear Tyre wearing uneven

Pass 10 Apr 2013 55,063 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 55,055 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 48,705 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 37,758 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 22,609 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 18,505 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 18,505 miles

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

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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GF06 VHX is a 2006 Kia Cerato in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 GF06 VHX, 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

How do I check the history of GF06 VHX?

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What year was GF06 VHX registered?

GF06 VHX is a 2006 Kia Cerato, first registered on 30 May 2006.

Is GF06 VHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF06 VHX shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GF06 VHX have outstanding finance?

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