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FE53 SHJ

2003 Kia Shuma II

Black Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

65,497 mi
Last recorded65,497 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2012
Typical for 2003 Kia Shuma II51,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 SHJ
MakeKia
ModelShuma II
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2012 65,497 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak

offside inner steering arm has slight free play at ball joint fixing

Fail 5 Sep 2012 65,474 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak

offside inner steering arm has slight free play at ball joint fixing

Pass 6 Sep 2011 58,647 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

n/s rear tyre cracking

Pass 6 Sep 2010 51,757 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 45,097 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 36,669 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 31,136 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 24,330 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

How Reliable is the Kia Shuma II?

Based on 12,297 MOT tests across 1,171 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
6,741
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
1,171
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,059
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,030
parking brake recording little or no effort 688
position lamp(s) not working 524
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 468
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FE53 SHJ is a 2003 Kia Shuma II in Black with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Kia Shuma II models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 51,294 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Shuma II fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,059 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FE53 SHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Shuma II typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Kia Shuma II is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FE53 SHJ registered?

FE53 SHJ is a 2003 Kia Shuma II, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is FE53 SHJ safe to buy?

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