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GV56 OED

2006 Kia Cerato

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

133,338 mi
Last recorded133,338 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 Kia Cerato57,955 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV56 OED
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2021 133,338 miles

clutch biting very low

knock from underside(poss exhaust)

Fail 22 Jan 2021 133,337 miles

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

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel went to floor every other application (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

brake fluid level low

clutch biting very low

front pads worn low

knock from underside(poss exhaust)

rear inner pads look low

Pass 14 Jan 2020 121,648 miles

brake fluid looks low and dirty

dampness to rack gaitors

Fail 13 Jan 2020 121,648 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

dampness to rack gaitors

brake fluid looks low and dirty

brake pedal soft

Pass 9 Jan 2019 110,930 miles

brake fluid low

dampness to steering rack

n/s/outer cv boot in poor condition

rear pads appear to be very low

Fail 9 Jan 2019 110,930 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

brake fluid low

dampness to steering rack

n/s/outer cv boot in poor condition

rear pads appear to be very low

Pass 3 Jan 2018 99,475 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner and outer edges.

brake pedal feeling slightly spongy

fuel cap flap faulty

Fail 27 Dec 2017 99,475 miles

Battery insecure clamp incorrectly fitted. (1.9.1)

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

Power steering component(s) leaking oil cooler (in front of radiator) (2.3.3b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front tyre worn on inner and outer edges.

brake pedal feeling slightly spongy

fuel cap flap faulty

power steering level was low

Pass 10 Jan 2017 92,996 miles

both front tyres wearing low on inner and outer edges due to lack of air.

Pass 11 Jan 2016 83,569 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2015 72,136 miles

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

Fail 15 Jan 2015 72,136 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 63,803 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 55,607 miles

rear brake discs worn scored pitted but not seriously weakend

Pass 22 Oct 2011 45,833 miles

both front tyres slighty worn on egdes

Pass 25 Oct 2010 34,302 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2010 34,302 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Tyres Perishing

Pass 27 Oct 2009 22,570 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 21,438 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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GV56 OED is a 2006 Kia Cerato in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 GV56 OED, 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.

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GV56 OED is a 2006 Kia Cerato, first registered on 30 October 2006.

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