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HW06 BVJ

2006 Kia Cerato

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

108,058 mi
Last recorded108,058 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 2006 Kia Cerato57,955 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW06 BVJ
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 108,058 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Aug 2017 107,777 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2016 99,898 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 91,839 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 79,376 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 69,954 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 61,048 miles

n/s front tyre at 3mm

Pass 14 Apr 2011 51,919 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 43,916 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 33,883 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 33,883 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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HW06 BVJ is a 2006 Kia Cerato in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HW06 BVJ, 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 HW06 BVJ registered?

HW06 BVJ is a 2006 Kia Cerato, first registered on 28 April 2006.

Is HW06 BVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW06 BVJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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