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LY55 LNJ

2006 Kia Carens

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,271 mi
Last recorded85,271 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2016
Typical for 2006 Kia Carens62,920 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY55 LNJ
MakeKia
ModelCarens
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2016 85,271 miles

Front both tyres starting to perish 205/60 R15 V

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear child seat fitted, not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear noise from brake when wheel is rotated

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' x3 (8.3.1a)

slight engine oil leak

Fail 29 Mar 2016 85,271 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle both (6.2.B.1c)

Front both tyres starting to perish 205/60 R15 V

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear child seat fitted, not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear noise from brake when wheel is rotated

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' x3 (8.3.1a)

slight engine oil leak

Pass 10 Apr 2015 76,367 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 69,466 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside front tyre with damaged sidewall

Pass 3 Apr 2013 62,812 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 55,169 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 55,118 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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 4 Apr 2011 46,756 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 39,058 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 32,638 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 32,638 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2007 17,193 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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LY55 LNJ 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 75%.

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 LY55 LNJ, 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.

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What year was LY55 LNJ registered?

LY55 LNJ is a 2006 Kia Carens, first registered on 13 February 2006.

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