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LA55 FUV

2006 Kia Carens

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

108,069 mi
Last recorded108,069 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2015
Typical for 2006 Kia Carens62,920 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA55 FUV
MakeKia
ModelCarens
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2015 108,069 miles

a lot of oil on under side of vehicle

Fail 24 Apr 2015 108,069 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

a lot of oil on under side of vehicle

Pass 1 May 2014 49,904 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 84,397 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 84,218 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 16 Apr 2012
Pass 26 Apr 2011 61,469 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2011 61,469 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 50,117 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 41,212 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 41,208 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

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

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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LA55 FUV is a 2006 Kia Carens in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LA55 FUV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LA55 FUV registered?

LA55 FUV is a 2006 Kia Carens, first registered on 20 February 2006.

Is LA55 FUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA55 FUV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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