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P174 GRM

1997 Kia Pride LX

Blue Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,758 mi
Last recorded74,758 miles
Recorded on26 May 2009
Typical for 1997 Kia Pride LX63,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP174 GRM
MakeKia
ModelPride LX
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 May 2009 74,758 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 72,562 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 68,607 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 65,634 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Pride LX?

Based on 4,467 MOT tests across 994 vehicles.

59.7%
Pass Rate
4,993
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 745
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 372
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 351
constant velocity joint gaiter split 346
brake binding 342
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P174 GRM is a 1997 Kia Pride LX in Blue with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Kia Pride LX models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.9% with a typical mileage of 63,398 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Pride LX fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 745 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P174 GRM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Pride LX typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Kia Pride LX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P174 GRM registered?

P174 GRM is a 1997 Kia Pride LX, first registered on 28 April 1997.

Is P174 GRM safe to buy?

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