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P822 MKE

1997 Kia Pride

Red Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2016
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

62,280 mi
Last recorded62,280 miles
Recorded on9 May 2015
Typical for 1997 Kia Pride61,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP822 MKE
MakeKia
ModelPride
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 May 2015 62,280 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 62,280 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 May 2014 60,454 miles
Fail 10 May 2014 60,454 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 May 2012 57,604 miles

advice front brake discs slightly corroded

Fail 12 May 2012 57,601 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

advice front brake discs slightly corroded

Fail 19 Jul 2010 53,207 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 53,207 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 48,293 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 43,130 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 43,130 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 38,282 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 38,282 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Oil leak

Pass 24 May 2006 36,727 miles

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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P822 MKE is a 1997 Kia Pride in Red with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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

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 P822 MKE, 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 P822 MKE registered?

P822 MKE is a 1997 Kia Pride, first registered on 10 April 1997.

Is P822 MKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P822 MKE shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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