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FX52 UVM

2002 Kia Shuma

Green Petrol 1793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

48,768 mi
Last recorded48,768 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2016
Typical for 2002 Kia Shuma54,988 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX52 UVM
MakeKia
ModelShuma
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,793cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2016 48,768 miles

Centre Exhaust System Corroded

Engine Cover Fitted

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil Leak

Fail 23 Jan 2016 48,736 miles

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

Centre Exhaust System Corroded

Engine Cover Fitted

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil Leak

Pass 20 Jan 2015 47,367 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 45,385 miles

Both rear tyres perished in tread area

Car overheated during test. Cooling fan not working

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

Pass 21 Jan 2013 43,354 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 41,337 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 24 Jan 2012 41,337 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 38,880 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 38,830 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2010 35,831 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 31,497 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2008 25,385 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 24,431 miles

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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FX52 UVM is a 2002 Kia Shuma in Green with a 1,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FX52 UVM, 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 FX52 UVM registered?

FX52 UVM is a 2002 Kia Shuma, first registered on 18 September 2002.

Is FX52 UVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX52 UVM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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