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L29 VSM

1993 Kia Pride

Blue Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,021 mi
Last recorded95,021 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2006
Typical for 1993 Kia Pride70,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL29 VSM
MakeKia
ModelPride
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2006 95,021 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 91,306 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 91,303 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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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L29 VSM is a 1993 Kia Pride in Blue with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 L29 VSM, 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 L29 VSM registered?

L29 VSM is a 1993 Kia Pride, first registered on 9 November 1993.

Is L29 VSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L29 VSM shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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