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AJ02 HPC

2002 Kia Mentor

Blue Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,287 mi
Last recorded31,287 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2006
Typical for 2002 Kia Mentor46,552 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ02 HPC
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2006 31,287 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 19,822 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2005 19,822 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

nearside front brake reading fluctuates

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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AJ02 HPC is a 2002 Kia Mentor in Blue with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AJ02 HPC, 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.

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What year was AJ02 HPC registered?

AJ02 HPC is a 2002 Kia Mentor, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is AJ02 HPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ02 HPC shows 3 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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