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BG53 LFL

2003 Kia Shuma

Green Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,603 mi
Last recorded103,603 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Kia Shuma48,872 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 LFL
MakeKia
ModelShuma
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2013 103,603 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 96,367 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 91,565 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 86,422 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 78,184 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 68,889 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 59,010 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 47,829 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Shuma?

Based on 66,231 MOT tests across 7,069 vehicles.

66.2%
Pass Rate
5,428
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
7,069
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,430
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,169
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,743
position lamp(s) not working 3,329
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,033
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BG53 LFL is a 2003 Kia Shuma in Green with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Kia Shuma models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 48,872 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Shuma fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,430 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG53 LFL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Shuma typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Kia Shuma is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG53 LFL registered?

BG53 LFL is a 2003 Kia Shuma, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is BG53 LFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 LFL shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BG53 LFL have outstanding finance?

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