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RX56 KEJ

2006 Kia Carens

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

141,468 mi
Last recorded141,468 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2017
Typical for 2006 Kia Carens62,920 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX56 KEJ
MakeKia
ModelCarens
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2017 141,468 miles

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 24 Mar 2016 132,709 miles

engine & under covers fitted

engine management warning light on dash on.

n/s/r tyre worn 4mm & worn on inside edge.

o/s/r tyre wearing on inside edge.

very bad oil leaks

Fail 24 Mar 2016 132,709 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine & under covers fitted

engine management warning light on dash on.

n/s/r tyre worn 4mm & worn on inside edge.

o/s/r tyre wearing on inside edge.

very bad oil leaks

Pass 25 Mar 2015 111,942 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Mar 2015 111,941 miles

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r tyre wearing / worn on inside edge.

Pass 15 Mar 2014 90,424 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 83,740 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 1 Nov 2012 83,740 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 79,763 miles

N/S rear brake is slightly binding

Fail 14 Oct 2011 79,763 miles

Nearside Front 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)

N/S rear brake is slightly binding

Pass 6 Oct 2010 74,221 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inside edge.

Pass 3 Nov 2009 60,750 miles

rear tyre worn 3mm & worn on inside edges.

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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RX56 KEJ 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 66.7%.

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 RX56 KEJ, 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 RX56 KEJ registered?

RX56 KEJ is a 2006 Kia Carens, first registered on 2 November 2006.

Is RX56 KEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX56 KEJ 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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