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N287 UTT

1996 Kia Mentor

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

91,267 mi
Last recorded91,267 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2006
Typical for 1996 Kia Mentor74,283 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN287 UTT
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2006 91,267 miles

same as original VT32 advise sheet issued

Fail 15 Dec 2006 91,233 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all corroded brake pipes are close to their limits and advise replaced

brake pedal rubber worn

brake pedal slightly spongy may be due to new pads fitted

engine sump corroded

nearside front headlamp lens damage

signs of uneven braking on front service brake

signs of uneven braking on rear service brake

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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N287 UTT is a 1996 Kia Mentor in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N287 UTT, 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.

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What year was N287 UTT registered?

N287 UTT is a 1996 Kia Mentor, first registered on 28 March 1996.

Is N287 UTT safe to buy?

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