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GF03 YZD

2003 Kia Carens

Green Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

47,721 mi
Last recorded47,721 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Kia Carens62,831 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF03 YZD
MakeKia
ModelCarens
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 26 Sep 2019 47,721 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 43,977 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 40,361 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 40,361 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 37,935 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 35,869 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 34,126 miles

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

n,s wiper torn but still clearing the screen ok

Pass 28 Oct 2013 32,001 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2012 30,384 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 28,571 miles

noise at belt area

rear wiper split

Fail 26 Oct 2011 28,571 miles

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

noise at belt area

rear wiper split

Pass 26 Oct 2010 26,770 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 23,596 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 21,611 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 18,978 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 13,918 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Carens?

Based on 476,991 MOT tests across 36,863 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
6,950
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
36,863
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29,613
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,176
parking brake recording little or no effort 12,318
position lamp(s) not working 11,979
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,018
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GF03 YZD is a 2003 Kia Carens in Green with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2003 Kia Carens models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 62,831 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Carens fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 29,613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF03 YZD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Carens typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Kia Carens is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF03 YZD registered?

GF03 YZD is a 2003 Kia Carens, first registered on 13 May 2003.

Is GF03 YZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF03 YZD shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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