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LX51 AUT

2001 Kia Mentor

Silver Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

24,759 mi
Last recorded24,759 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Kia Mentor50,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 AUT
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 24,759 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 22,103 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged slight sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking / perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking / perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 20,707 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 17,437 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 15,772 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 15,499 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2020 15,499 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 15,435 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 15,079 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 14,757 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 14,530 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 13,543 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 12,630 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 12,558 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 12,053 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 11,957 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 11,797 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 11,688 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 11,251 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 10,554 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 9,688 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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LX51 AUT is a 2001 Kia Mentor in Silver with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2001 Kia Mentor models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 50,048 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 LX51 AUT, 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 25 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 LX51 AUT registered?

LX51 AUT is a 2001 Kia Mentor, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is LX51 AUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX51 AUT shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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