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P894 HTS

1997 Kia Pride LX

Red Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

51,031 mi
Last recorded51,031 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2008
Typical for 1997 Kia Pride LX63,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP894 HTS
MakeKia
ModelPride LX
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 25 Jul 2008 51,031 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot (3.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2007 41,503 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 41,503 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Fail 25 Jul 2006 32,750 miles

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

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 32,750 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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P894 HTS is a 1997 Kia Pride LX in Red with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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

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 P894 HTS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P894 HTS registered?

P894 HTS is a 1997 Kia Pride LX, first registered on 19 February 1997.

Is P894 HTS safe to buy?

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