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L156 TCV

1993 Kia Pride

Red Petrol 1139cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

71,846 mi
Last recorded71,846 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2012
Typical for 1993 Kia Pride70,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL156 TCV
MakeKia
ModelPride
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,139cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Mar 2012 71,846 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both front bottom ball joint rubbers starting to perish advise.

drivers door skin showing signs of corrosion advise,

near side rear tyre side walls cracking advise.

Pass 28 Mar 2012 71,846 miles

both front bottom ball joint rubbers starting to perish advise.

drivers door skin showing signs of corrosion advise,

near side rear tyre side walls cracking advise.

Pass 30 Mar 2011 71,308 miles

near side rear tyre side walls cracking advise.

Pass 31 Mar 2010 70,639 miles

near side rear tyre side walls cracking up advise.

Pass 31 Mar 2009 70,261 miles

near side front head lamp reflector in poor condition.advise,

Pass 28 Mar 2008 69,535 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 69,111 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 65,832 miles

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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L156 TCV is a 1993 Kia Pride in Red with a 1,139cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 L156 TCV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L156 TCV registered?

L156 TCV is a 1993 Kia Pride, first registered on 6 August 1993.

Is L156 TCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L156 TCV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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