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L628 STR

1994 Kia Pride

Blue Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

51,254 mi
Last recorded51,254 miles
Recorded on28 May 2014
Typical for 1994 Kia Pride68,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL628 STR
MakeKia
ModelPride
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 28 May 2014 51,254 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Pass 28 May 2014 51,254 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 46,457 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 11 May 2013 46,433 miles

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 May 2012 41,781 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 33,116 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 31,499 miles

accident damage to nearside rear

both constant velocity gaitors starting to perrish

both rear coil springs corroded

drivers seat has stitching seperating from the fabric

offside rear sill has been damaged

rear number plate slightly loose

Fail 29 Apr 2010 31,499 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

accident damage to nearside rear

both constant velocity gaitors starting to perrish

both rear coil springs corroded

drivers seat has stitching seperating from the fabric

offside rear sill has been damaged

rear number plate slightly loose

Pass 7 Apr 2009 26,126 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 21,859 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 16,037 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 16,037 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 11,914 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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L628 STR is a 1994 Kia Pride in Blue with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1994 Kia Pride models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 68,857 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 L628 STR, 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 32 years old, this Kia Pride is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L628 STR registered?

L628 STR is a 1994 Kia Pride, first registered on 11 January 1994.

Is L628 STR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L628 STR shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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