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N129 CYC

1996 Kia Mentor

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,678 mi
Last recorded92,678 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2007
Typical for 1996 Kia Mentor74,283 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN129 CYC
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year1996
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2007 92,678 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 26 Nov 2007 92,678 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 88,512 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 80,689 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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N129 CYC is a 1996 Kia Mentor in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Kia Mentor models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.6% with a typical mileage of 74,283 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 N129 CYC, 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 30 years old, this Kia Mentor is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N129 CYC?

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What year was N129 CYC registered?

N129 CYC is a 1996 Kia Mentor, first registered on 19 January 1996.

Is N129 CYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N129 CYC 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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