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DE02 VHB

2002 Kia Mentor

Silver Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,612 mi
Last recorded55,612 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2016
Typical for 2002 Kia Mentor46,552 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE02 VHB
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2016 55,612 miles

both headlamp lenses deteriorating by still have correct beam aim

Fail 8 Apr 2016 55,612 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both headlamp lenses deteriorating by still have correct beam aim

Pass 7 Apr 2015 51,521 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 43,417 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 35,358 miles

front wiper blade split

Pass 10 Sep 2007 35,016 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 27,455 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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DE02 VHB is a 2002 Kia Mentor in Silver with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 DE02 VHB, 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 DE02 VHB registered?

DE02 VHB is a 2002 Kia Mentor, first registered on 24 May 2002.

Is DE02 VHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE02 VHB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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