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AE52 NUB

2002 Kia Mentor

Blue Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2014
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,396 mi
Last recorded71,396 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2013
Typical for 2002 Kia Mentor46,552 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE52 NUB
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2013 71,396 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 68,023 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

tyres perished

Pass 2 Jun 2011 60,658 miles

Nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 6 Jun 2010 55,126 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 47,085 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 37,717 miles

n/s/r tyre low on tread on outside edge.

Pass 26 Apr 2007 30,216 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 19 Apr 2006 23,551 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 23,517 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Mentor?

Based on 35,933 MOT tests across 5,356 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
4,732
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
5,356
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,454
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,711
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,580
position lamp(s) not working 1,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,561
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AE52 NUB is a 2002 Kia Mentor in Blue with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Kia Mentor models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 46,552 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Mentor fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 5,454 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE52 NUB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Mentor typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 24 years old, this Kia Mentor is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE52 NUB?

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What year was AE52 NUB registered?

AE52 NUB is a 2002 Kia Mentor, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is AE52 NUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE52 NUB shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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