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CW02 VTN

2002 Kia Mentor

Blue Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

62,089 mi
Last recorded62,089 miles
Recorded on28 May 2012
Typical for 2002 Kia Mentor46,552 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW02 VTN
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2012 62,089 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 57,474 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2010 45,479 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 30,463 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 21,440 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 21,440 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 19,326 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 11,442 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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CW02 VTN is a 2002 Kia Mentor in Blue with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CW02 VTN, 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

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What year was CW02 VTN registered?

CW02 VTN is a 2002 Kia Mentor, first registered on 24 May 2002.

Is CW02 VTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for CW02 VTN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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