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KF06 GXM

2006 Kia Cerato

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

88,721 mi
Last recorded88,721 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2018
Typical for 2006 Kia Cerato57,955 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF06 GXM
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2018 88,721 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2018 88,721 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2017 80,859 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 73,905 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 66,864 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2013 57,601 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 57,601 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 51,544 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 40,021 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 33,445 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 23,796 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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KF06 GXM is a 2006 Kia Cerato in Red with a 1,493cc diesel 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 KF06 GXM, 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 KF06 GXM registered?

KF06 GXM is a 2006 Kia Cerato, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is KF06 GXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KF06 GXM 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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