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DY02 XUV

2002 Kia Mentor

Red Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,484 mi
Last recorded36,484 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2008
Typical for 2002 Kia Mentor46,552 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY02 XUV
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2008 36,484 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 27,958 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2007 27,958 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2006 22,189 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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DY02 XUV is a 2002 Kia Mentor in Red with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DY02 XUV, 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 DY02 XUV registered?

DY02 XUV is a 2002 Kia Mentor, first registered on 16 May 2002.

Is DY02 XUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY02 XUV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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