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LC04 LAE

2004 Kia Mentor

White Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

103,924 mi
Last recorded103,924 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2011
Typical for 2004 Kia Mentor45,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC04 LAE
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2011 103,924 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2011 103,924 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 93,233 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 65,638 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Feb 2008 58,175 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 40,025 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 LAE is a 2004 Kia Mentor in White with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LAE, 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 LAE registered?

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

Is LC04 LAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC04 LAE shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LC04 LAE have outstanding finance?

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