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LA56 CWV

2006 Kia Cerato

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,219 mi
Last recorded48,219 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2017
Typical for 2006 Kia Cerato57,955 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA56 CWV
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 Dec 2017 48,219 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front short pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (3.5.1i)

brake pipes greased

corrosion to both sills

Pass 21 Dec 2016 46,404 miles

corrosion to brake discs

corrosion to front brake pipes

corrosion to front subframe

Fail 21 Dec 2016 46,404 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

corrosion to brake discs

corrosion to front brake pipes

corrosion to front subframe

Pass 16 Dec 2015 43,366 miles

corrosion to brake discs

corrosion to front brake pipes

corrosion to front subframe

Pass 17 Dec 2014 40,125 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 37,169 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 37,169 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 24 Dec 2012 35,305 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 32,642 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2011 32,641 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 23 Dec 2010 30,115 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 26,542 miles

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

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

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 CWV is a 2006 Kia Cerato in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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

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 CWV, 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 CWV?

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What year was LA56 CWV registered?

LA56 CWV is a 2006 Kia Cerato, first registered on 15 December 2006.

Is LA56 CWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA56 CWV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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