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L978 BDD

1994 Kia Pride

Green Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,259 mi
Last recorded36,259 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2012
Typical for 1994 Kia Pride68,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL978 BDD
MakeKia
ModelPride
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2012 36,259 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 Jan 2012 36,259 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 27,279 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 26,269 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 26,090 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 25,958 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 25,690 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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L978 BDD is a 1994 Kia Pride in Green with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 L978 BDD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L978 BDD registered?

L978 BDD is a 1994 Kia Pride, first registered on 1 June 1994.

Is L978 BDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L978 BDD shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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