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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
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
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
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
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))
Exhaust mounting defective Rear (6.1.2 (a))
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))
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))
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))
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Coil spring missing (5.3.1 (c) (i))
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)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
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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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KU06 GSO is a 2006 Kia Carens, first registered on 28 April 2006.
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