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LC56 AWA

2006 Kia Carens

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

59,669 mi
Last recorded59,669 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 2006 Kia Carens62,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC56 AWA
MakeKia
ModelCarens
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 59,669 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 54,588 miles

Parking brake travel on max limits

Pass 29 Aug 2017 52,062 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 50,224 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 47,052 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2015 47,052 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 43,267 miles

Child seats fitted at time of test to centre and rear seats not allowing full inspection of adult belts.

Pass 30 Aug 2013 37,423 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 31,698 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 25,873 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 20,228 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 12,575 miles

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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LC56 AWA is a 2006 Kia Carens in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LC56 AWA, 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 LC56 AWA registered?

LC56 AWA is a 2006 Kia Carens, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is LC56 AWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC56 AWA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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