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KU06 GSO

2006 Kia Carens

Blue Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

94,808 mi
Last recorded94,808 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Kia Carens62,920 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU06 GSO
MakeKia
ModelCarens
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 94,808 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective rear bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Front exhaust flexi slightly deteriorated

Oil leak, but not excessive from oil filter and sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside [outer sill/wheel arch] rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both headlamps have poor beam images/aim

Fail 15 Apr 2026 94,808 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) not working offside (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength offside [outer sill] rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective rear bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Front exhaust flexi slightly deteriorated

Oil leak, but not excessive from oil filter and sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources nearside (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside [outer sill/wheel arch] rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both headlamps have poor beam images/aim

Pass 25 Apr 2025 89,834 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides [lipped] front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside front *on limit* (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective rear (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive around oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust flexi slightly deteriorated

Fail 24 Apr 2025 89,834 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides [lipped] front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside front *on limit* (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective rear (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive around oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust flexi slightly deteriorated

Pass 4 Apr 2024 84,257 miles

Exhaust mounting defective rear (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive from oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources nearside (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 79,346 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Rear (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 Mar 2023 79,331 miles

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Both Sides Inner Rear Wheel Arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Nearside Rear Outer Sill/Wheel Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective Rear (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides Front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 76,613 miles

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Feb 2022 76,613 miles

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

Windscreen excessively tinted and visibility of an obligatory external mirror seriously affected (3.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 68,943 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 66,018 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2020 66,018 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring missing (5.3.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 63,107 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 60,183 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2018 60,182 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All ROUND (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 57,432 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 52,779 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 66,459 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 38,393 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 35,375 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 22 Apr 2013 35,375 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 30,759 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 26,522 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 21,682 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 16,775 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Carens?

Based on 476,991 MOT tests across 36,863 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
6,950
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
36,863
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29,613
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,176
parking brake recording little or no effort 12,318
position lamp(s) not working 11,979
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,018
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KU06 GSO is a 2006 Kia Carens in Blue with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 2006 Kia Carens models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 62,920 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Carens fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 29,613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KU06 GSO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Carens typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 20 years old, this Kia Carens is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KU06 GSO registered?

KU06 GSO is a 2006 Kia Carens, first registered on 28 April 2006.

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