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GN02 VDD

2002 Kia Mentor

Grey Diesel 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,120 mi
Last recorded71,120 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2012
Typical for 2002 Kia Mentor46,552 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN02 VDD
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 26 Jan 2012 71,120 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 63,372 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2009 56,987 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 49,108 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 43,531 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres on 2.0 mm

offside rear number plate lamp repaired

rear brakes slightly unbalanced

Pass 19 Mar 2007 36,889 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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GN02 VDD is a 2002 Kia Mentor in Grey with a 1,594cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Kia Mentor models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 46,552 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 GN02 VDD, 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 24 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 GN02 VDD registered?

GN02 VDD is a 2002 Kia Mentor, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is GN02 VDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN02 VDD shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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