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LC04 LBG

2004 Kia Mentor

Red Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

125,306 mi
Last recorded125,306 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2014
Typical for 2004 Kia Mentor45,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC04 LBG
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2014 125,306 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 121,828 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 121,800 miles

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 28 May 2013 121,773 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 113,596 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Outer Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 108,213 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 103,460 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2010 103,459 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 92,284 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 76,096 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 LBG is a 2004 Kia Mentor in Red with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LBG, 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 LBG registered?

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

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