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LC04 KWG

2004 Kia Mentor

Grey Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

35,687 mi
Last recorded35,687 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2013
Typical for 2004 Kia Mentor45,780 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC04 KWG
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2013 35,687 miles

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

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

both h/lt lens covers in poor condition

exhaust corroded

h/brake travel high and reading slightly down on o/s

o/s cv boot perished

Fail 20 Aug 2013 35,686 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

both h/lt lens covers in poor condition

exhaust corroded

h/brake travel high and reading slightly down on o/s

o/s cv boot perished

Pass 21 Mar 2012 30,716 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 25,305 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 21,698 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 19,144 miles

o/s wiper blade split

Pass 27 Mar 2008 14,097 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 9,515 miles

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 KWG is a 2004 Kia Mentor in Grey with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KWG, 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.

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What year was LC04 KWG registered?

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

Is LC04 KWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC04 KWG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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