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BT53 OWX

2003 Kia Shuma

Silver Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,566 mi
Last recorded61,566 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2009
Typical for 2003 Kia Shuma48,872 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 OWX
MakeKia
ModelShuma
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 13 Oct 2009 61,566 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 51,106 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 41,811 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 30,302 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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BT53 OWX is a 2003 Kia Shuma in Silver with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 BT53 OWX, 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 BT53 OWX registered?

BT53 OWX is a 2003 Kia Shuma, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is BT53 OWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT53 OWX shows 4 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 BT53 OWX have outstanding finance?

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