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NL53 VRC

2003 Kia Shuma

Red Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,410 mi
Last recorded42,410 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2009
Typical for 2003 Kia Shuma48,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL53 VRC
MakeKia
ModelShuma
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2009 42,410 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 42,410 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Dec 2008 38,403 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 37,481 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 27,686 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 20,716 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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NL53 VRC is a 2003 Kia Shuma in Red with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Kia Shuma models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 48,872 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 NL53 VRC, 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 23 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 NL53 VRC registered?

NL53 VRC is a 2003 Kia Shuma, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is NL53 VRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL53 VRC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NL53 VRC have outstanding finance?

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