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LD56 XCZ

2006 Kia Carens

Red Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

112,376 mi
Last recorded112,376 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2023
Typical for 2006 Kia Carens62,920 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD56 XCZ
MakeKia
ModelCarens
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2023 112,376 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Jul 2023 112,376 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 101,529 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 98,121 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 94,560 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 90,659 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 85,133 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 79,549 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 73,936 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 67,662 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 60,417 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 52,972 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 44,554 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 36,463 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 27,779 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 17,404 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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LD56 XCZ is a 2006 Kia Carens in Red with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LD56 XCZ, 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 LD56 XCZ registered?

LD56 XCZ is a 2006 Kia Carens, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is LD56 XCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD56 XCZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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