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P725 VBF

1997 Kia Mentor

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

42,427 mi
Last recorded42,427 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2013
Typical for 1997 Kia Mentor69,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP725 VBF
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2013 42,427 miles

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

nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated

nearside front brake disc badly pitted

Fail 3 Jun 2013 42,427 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated

nearside front brake disc badly pitted

Pass 31 May 2012 27,272 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 31 May 2011 14,983 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 10,880 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 9,961 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 8,730 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 7,735 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2005 7,400 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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P725 VBF is a 1997 Kia Mentor in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Kia Mentor models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.4% with a typical mileage of 69,898 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 P725 VBF, 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 29 years old, this Kia Mentor is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P725 VBF registered?

P725 VBF is a 1997 Kia Mentor, first registered on 23 June 1997.

Is P725 VBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P725 VBF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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