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LA56 CMF

2006 Kia Cerato

Red Diesel 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,160 mi
Last recorded88,160 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 Kia Cerato57,955 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA56 CMF
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2017 88,160 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 83,396 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 75,991 miles

oil leak

Pass 26 Nov 2014 65,130 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Dec 2013 50,869 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 45,932 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 40,535 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 35,543 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 29,471 miles

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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LA56 CMF is a 2006 Kia Cerato in Red with a 1,599cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LA56 CMF, 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

How do I check the history of LA56 CMF?

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What year was LA56 CMF registered?

LA56 CMF is a 2006 Kia Cerato, first registered on 13 December 2006.

Is LA56 CMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA56 CMF shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LA56 CMF have outstanding finance?

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