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P544 PNF

1997 Kia Pride

Green Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

40,651 mi
Last recorded40,651 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2014
Typical for 1997 Kia Pride61,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP544 PNF
MakeKia
ModelPride
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2014 40,651 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 40,651 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 32,442 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 26,727 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Offside front tyre starting to perish

Pass 1 Sep 2011 23,026 miles

BOTH rear tyres showing cracking at tread to sidewall join also within the treaded area

Pass 17 Jun 2010 21,890 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 20,614 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 19,905 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 18,825 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 17,843 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Kia Pride?

Based on 67,258 MOT tests across 11,368 vehicles.

61.2%
Pass Rate
3,571
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
11,368
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,245
brake binding 5,002
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 4,498
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,403
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,350
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P544 PNF is a 1997 Kia Pride in Green with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Kia Pride models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.8% with a typical mileage of 61,571 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Pride fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,245 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P544 PNF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was P544 PNF registered?

P544 PNF is a 1997 Kia Pride, first registered on 30 June 1997.

Is P544 PNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P544 PNF shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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