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EA02 LBK

2002 Kia Mentor

Beige Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

24,439 mi
Last recorded24,439 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 Kia Mentor46,552 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA02 LBK
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2016 24,439 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 15,304 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 15,247 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Fail 10 Jul 2014 15,246 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 15,203 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

headlamps have poor headlamp aim

Fail 16 Jul 2013 15,203 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

headlamps have poor headlamp aim

Fail 17 Jun 2013 15,173 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

both headlamps have poor headlamp aim

Pass 15 Jun 2012 14,805 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 14,036 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 13,471 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 12,978 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 12,355 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 11,430 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 9,538 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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EA02 LBK is a 2002 Kia Mentor in Beige with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 EA02 LBK, 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 EA02 LBK registered?

EA02 LBK is a 2002 Kia Mentor, first registered on 29 May 2002.

Is EA02 LBK safe to buy?

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