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LC04 LBJ

2004 Kia Mentor

Red Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,310 mi
Last recorded53,310 miles
Recorded on5 May 2009
Typical for 2004 Kia Mentor45,780 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2009 53,310 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2008 38,365 miles
Fail 31 May 2008 38,364 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 May 2007 25,990 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 LBJ is a 2004 Kia Mentor in Red with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LBJ, 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 LBJ registered?

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

Is LC04 LBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC04 LBJ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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