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DX52 RVC

2002 Kia Mentor

Grey Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2013
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

65,611 mi
Last recorded65,611 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2012
Typical for 2002 Kia Mentor46,552 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX52 RVC
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2012 65,611 miles

Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

ehaust bracket broken

eng mang light

Fail 24 Dec 2012 65,609 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

ehaust bracket broken

eng mang light

Pass 28 Aug 2012 64,522 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 64,522 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 58,207 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 58,207 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 52,179 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 52,179 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 45,840 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 45,840 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 39,684 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 33,066 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 26,693 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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DX52 RVC is a 2002 Kia Mentor in Grey with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DX52 RVC, 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.

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What year was DX52 RVC registered?

DX52 RVC is a 2002 Kia Mentor, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is DX52 RVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX52 RVC shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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