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LC05 CME

2005 Kia Mentor

Red Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

93,443 mi
Last recorded93,443 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Mentor51,033 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC05 CME
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 93,443 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 86,654 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 83,052 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 83,052 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 79,151 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 67,274 miles

Recommend full brake inspection.

Pass 31 Mar 2011 55,131 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 43,556 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 43,556 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2009 32,437 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 21,065 miles

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

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

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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LC05 CME is a 2005 Kia Mentor in Red with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Kia Mentor models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 51,033 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 LC05 CME, 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 21 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 LC05 CME registered?

LC05 CME is a 2005 Kia Mentor, first registered on 10 May 2005.

Is LC05 CME safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC05 CME shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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