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L159 TCV

1993 Kia Pride LX

Green Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2009
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,921 mi
Last recorded79,921 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2008
Typical for 1993 Kia Pride LX73,927 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL159 TCV
MakeKia
ModelPride LX
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 23 Oct 2008 79,921 miles

rear brake bake plates rusty but sound

Pass 29 Oct 2007 77,078 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 69,358 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2005 64,928 miles

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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L159 TCV is a 1993 Kia Pride LX in Green with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L159 TCV, 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 L159 TCV registered?

L159 TCV is a 1993 Kia Pride LX, first registered on 12 August 1993.

Is L159 TCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L159 TCV shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L159 TCV have outstanding finance?

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