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FJ04 UPF

2004 Kia Mentor

Blue Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

68,922 mi
Last recorded68,922 miles
Recorded on8 May 2015
Typical for 2004 Kia Mentor45,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ04 UPF
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2015 68,922 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 May 2014 61,036 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 13 May 2013 51,381 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2012 46,619 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 39,389 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

oil leak

Fail 31 Mar 2011 39,389 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

oil leak

Pass 30 Mar 2010 31,929 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 25,363 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 25,363 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2008 18,764 miles

front brake imbalance close to limit at 20%

Pass 26 Feb 2007 14,754 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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FJ04 UPF is a 2004 Kia Mentor in Blue with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Kia Mentor models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 45,780 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 FJ04 UPF, 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 22 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 FJ04 UPF registered?

FJ04 UPF is a 2004 Kia Mentor, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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The MOT history for FJ04 UPF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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