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FP02 MTE

2002 Kia Shuma

Black Petrol 1793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

82,463 mi
Last recorded82,463 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2018
Typical for 2002 Kia Shuma54,988 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP02 MTE
MakeKia
ModelShuma
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,793cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2018 82,463 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

parking brake lever has low reserve travel

Pass 30 May 2017 81,893 miles

Offside Rear Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 May 2016 79,305 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 77,305 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 73,707 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 73,707 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 70,992 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 67,770 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 63,362 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 59,158 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 55,348 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 49,442 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 41,497 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 41,497 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 22 May 2006 34,766 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kia Shuma?

Based on 66,231 MOT tests across 7,069 vehicles.

66.2%
Pass Rate
5,428
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
7,069
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,430
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,169
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,743
position lamp(s) not working 3,329
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,033
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FP02 MTE is a 2002 Kia Shuma in Black with a 1,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2002 Kia Shuma models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 54,988 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Shuma fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,430 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FP02 MTE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Shuma typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Kia Shuma is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP02 MTE registered?

FP02 MTE is a 2002 Kia Shuma, first registered on 24 May 2002.

Is FP02 MTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP02 MTE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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