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M894 MJA

1994 Kia Pride

Red Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

73,876 mi
Last recorded73,876 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2009
Typical for 1994 Kia Pride68,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM894 MJA
MakeKia
ModelPride
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2009 73,876 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 70,484 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2008 70,484 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component locking device missing (3.5.1l)

o/s/f door lock hanging out rear wiper perished no seat belts retracting battery loose ignition coil connection loose fuel pipes corroded

Pass 20 Feb 2007 64,716 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2007 64,527 miles

Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 29 Jan 2007 64,396 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Jan 2006 57,580 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2006 57,580 miles

Nearside Rear Brake clevis joint locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Brake clevis joint locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Kia Pride?

Based on 67,258 MOT tests across 11,368 vehicles.

61.2%
Pass Rate
3,571
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
11,368
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,245
brake binding 5,002
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 4,498
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,403
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,350
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M894 MJA is a 1994 Kia Pride in Red with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Kia Pride models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 68,857 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kia Pride fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,245 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M894 MJA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Pride typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 32 years old, this Kia Pride is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M894 MJA registered?

M894 MJA is a 1994 Kia Pride, first registered on 28 September 1994.

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