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LC04 KLK

2004 Kia Mentor

Gold Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,053 mi
Last recorded98,053 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2012
Typical for 2004 Kia Mentor45,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC04 KLK
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2012 98,053 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 84,614 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 84,614 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 83,973 miles

Damage to several external body panels and begining to rust.

Pass 20 Jul 2009 74,747 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both c.v boots deteriorating

Fail 20 Jul 2009 74,746 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both c.v boots deteriorating

Pass 18 Jul 2008 63,888 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight brake bind nearside rear

Pass 12 Jul 2007 42,647 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight bind nearside rear brake

Fail 11 Jul 2007 42,647 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight bind nearside rear brake

How Reliable is the Kia Mentor?

Based on 35,933 MOT tests across 5,356 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
4,732
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
5,356
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,454
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,711
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,580
position lamp(s) not working 1,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,561
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LC04 KLK is a 2004 Kia Mentor in Gold with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Kia Mentor models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 45,780 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kia Mentor fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 5,454 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC04 KLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Mentor typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 22 years old, this Kia Mentor is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC04 KLK registered?

LC04 KLK is a 2004 Kia Mentor, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is LC04 KLK safe to buy?

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