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L742 EMO

1993 Kia Pride L

Red Petrol 1139cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,699 mi
Last recorded111,699 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2008
Typical for 1993 Kia Pride L69,744 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL742 EMO
MakeKia
ModelPride L
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,139cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2008 111,699 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2008 108,119 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 104,703 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2006 104,703 miles

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

How Reliable is the Kia Pride L?

Based on 715 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

60.6%
Pass Rate
4,606
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 146
constant velocity joint gaiter split 62
brake binding 62
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 50
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 50
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L742 EMO is a 1993 Kia Pride L in Red with a 1,139cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1993 Kia Pride L models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 69,744 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Pride L fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 146 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L742 EMO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Pride L typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 33 years old, this Kia Pride L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L742 EMO registered?

L742 EMO is a 1993 Kia Pride L, first registered on 10 August 1993.

Is L742 EMO safe to buy?

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