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LA56 CYC

2006 Kia Cerato

Blue Diesel 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

90,945 mi
Last recorded90,945 miles
Recorded on24 May 2016
Typical for 2006 Kia Cerato57,955 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA56 CYC
MakeKia
ModelCerato
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2016 90,945 miles

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

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

Fail 24 May 2016 90,942 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 15 May 2015 86,243 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 80,403 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 80,403 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 May 2013 76,050 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 72,012 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2012 72,012 miles

Centre Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 67,535 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Dec 2010 61,451 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 48,285 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 CYC is a 2006 Kia Cerato in Blue with a 1,599cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 CYC, 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 CYC?

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What year was LA56 CYC registered?

LA56 CYC is a 2006 Kia Cerato, first registered on 14 December 2006.

Is LA56 CYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA56 CYC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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