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MJ52 BYA

2002 Kia Shuma

Red Petrol 1793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,622 mi
Last recorded39,622 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Kia Shuma54,988 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ52 BYA
MakeKia
ModelShuma
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,793cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2017 39,622 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 33,899 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 33,899 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 28,007 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 24,206 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 19,884 miles

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

Fail 7 Nov 2013 19,884 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Nov 2012 16,175 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 16,175 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 14,039 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 12,018 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 9,938 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 8,781 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 8,000 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 6,942 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Shuma?

Based on 66,231 MOT tests across 7,069 vehicles.

66.2%
Pass Rate
5,428
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
7,069
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,430
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,169
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,743
position lamp(s) not working 3,329
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,033
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MJ52 BYA is a 2002 Kia Shuma in Red with a 1,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Kia Shuma models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 54,988 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Shuma fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,430 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MJ52 BYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Shuma typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Kia Shuma is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MJ52 BYA registered?

MJ52 BYA is a 2002 Kia Shuma, first registered on 28 November 2002.

Is MJ52 BYA safe to buy?

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