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K538 FWA

1993 Kia Pride LX

Red Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

106,212 mi
Last recorded106,212 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2007
Typical for 1993 Kia Pride LX73,927 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK538 FWA
MakeKia
ModelPride LX
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Sep 2007 106,212 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2006 98,676 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 98,676 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Kia Pride LX?

Based on 4,467 MOT tests across 994 vehicles.

59.7%
Pass Rate
4,993
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 745
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 372
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 351
constant velocity joint gaiter split 346
brake binding 342
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K538 FWA is a 1993 Kia Pride LX in Red with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1993 Kia Pride LX models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.0% with a typical mileage of 73,927 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kia Pride LX fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 745 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K538 FWA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Pride LX typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 33 years old, this Kia Pride LX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K538 FWA registered?

K538 FWA is a 1993 Kia Pride LX, first registered on 24 February 1993.

Is K538 FWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K538 FWA shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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