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HK55 FLN

2006 Kia Cerato

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,039 mi
Last recorded75,039 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2014
Typical for 2006 Kia Cerato57,955 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK55 FLN
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2014 75,039 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 75,039 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2013 69,897 miles

rear pads low

Pass 13 Jan 2012 62,623 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 49,020 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 40,673 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2010 40,647 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 24 Jan 2009 28,324 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 28,250 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

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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HK55 FLN is a 2006 Kia Cerato in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel 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 HK55 FLN, 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 HK55 FLN?

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What year was HK55 FLN registered?

HK55 FLN is a 2006 Kia Cerato, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is HK55 FLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK55 FLN 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 HK55 FLN have outstanding finance?

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