Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2006 Perodua Kelisa?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2006 Perodua Kelisa?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2006 Perodua Kelisa?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2006 Perodua Kelisa vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

21% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2006 Perodua Kelisa reliable?

Based on MOT data from 256 vehicles, the 2006 Perodua Kelisa has a first-time MOT pass rate of 79.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2006 Perodua Kelisa?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2006 Perodua Kelisa are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (55.7% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (50.5% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (42.9% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2006 Perodua Kelisa?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Perodua Kelisa (2006)

256 real MOT outcomes analysed • 79.2% first-time pass rate

2006 Perodua Kelisa

CarHunch analysed 256 real MOT records for the 2006 Perodua Kelisa. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2006 Perodua Kelisa sits right at the UK average with a 79.2% first-time pass rate, but the concerning detail is that 21.1% of these cars have recorded at least one dangerous defect during their MOT history—well above the threshold that should raise a red flag for buyers. This is a reliability warning sign that demands a thorough pre-purchase inspection by a trusted mechanic.

At 33,393 miles median, these 18-year-old cars show relatively modest mileage for their age, yet they're averaging 3.09 failures and 12.4 advisories per test, suggesting accumulated wear typical of city cars that have had hard lives. Before committing to one, get an independent inspection focusing on structural integrity and brake systems, and budget for immediate remedial work on any advisories the next MOT reveals.

We have limited data for the 2006 Perodua Kelisa — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

79.2%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

21.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.09

Over 13.9 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

33k

Middle half: 23k–46k

For context

These stats describe 256 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 256 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 55.7%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 27.1%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Wipers & washers 23.7%

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively · Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

Other issues 22.1%

Oil leak · Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' · Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A'

Lighting 19.9%

Nearside Headlamp aim too low

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Exhaust & emissions 15.3%

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2006.

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Before you buy a 2006 Perodua Kelisa

Based on MOT data from 256 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 21.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,315 Perodua Kelisa vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Silver 36.1%

836

Gold 13.6%

314

Red 10.7%

248

Blue 9.4%

217

White 8.9%

206

Green 8.5%

197

Grey 6.3%

146

Purple 5.8%

135

Yellow 0.7%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2006 Perodua Kelisa vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

33,393

typical

22,758

low mileage

46,217

high mileage

Half of all 2006 Perodua Kelisa vehicles fall between 22,758 and 46,217 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 22,758 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 22,758–46,217 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2006 Perodua Kelisas sit.

⚠ Over 62,392 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2006 Perodua Kelisa — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 24% of 2006 Perodua Kelisas are still active.

Numbers are declining — 53 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (24% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

13.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.09

Avg failures per vehicle

12.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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