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DK51 AHN

2001 Kia Mentor

Silver Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,529 mi
Last recorded99,529 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2012
Typical for 2001 Kia Mentor50,048 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK51 AHN
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2012 99,529 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 94,367 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 94,367 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 87,362 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 82,027 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 77,285 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 72,508 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2006 71,971 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2006 71,971 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 59,490 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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DK51 AHN is a 2001 Kia Mentor in Silver with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Kia Mentor models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 50,048 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 DK51 AHN, 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 25 years old, this Kia Mentor is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DK51 AHN?

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What year was DK51 AHN registered?

DK51 AHN is a 2001 Kia Mentor, first registered on 11 September 2001.

Is DK51 AHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK51 AHN shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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