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K538 JEX

1993 Kia Pride

Red Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,129 mi
Last recorded79,129 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2007
Typical for 1993 Kia Pride70,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK538 JEX
MakeKia
ModelPride
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2007 79,129 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2006 70,356 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

all tyres starting to show signs of wear

front exhaust pipe heat shield insecure

o/s/f inner drive shaft boot leaking grease

rear fuel line badly corroded

Pass 15 Dec 2005 66,761 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2005 66,761 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

How Reliable is the Kia Pride?

Based on 67,258 MOT tests across 11,368 vehicles.

61.2%
Pass Rate
3,571
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
11,368
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,245
brake binding 5,002
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 4,498
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,403
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,350
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K538 JEX is a 1993 Kia Pride in Red with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1993 Kia Pride models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.2% with a typical mileage of 70,164 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Pride fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,245 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K538 JEX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was K538 JEX registered?

K538 JEX is a 1993 Kia Pride, first registered on 5 January 1993.

Is K538 JEX safe to buy?

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