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LA56 CMZ

2006 Kia Cerato

Blue Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

59,551 mi
Last recorded59,551 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2017
Typical for 2006 Kia Cerato57,955 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA56 CMZ
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2017 59,551 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 53,170 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Front Sub-frame worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened All 4 (2.4.G.1)

Fail 9 Dec 2016 53,150 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened at centre (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened at rear (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened centre (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened rear (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Front Sub-frame worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened All 4 (2.4.G.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 47,335 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 42,522 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 38,357 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2012 32,921 miles

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

o/s/f wiper slightly deteriorated

Pass 14 Dec 2011 28,147 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 23,294 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 17,472 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 CMZ is a 2006 Kia Cerato in Blue with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 CMZ, 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.

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What year was LA56 CMZ registered?

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

Is LA56 CMZ safe to buy?

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