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P986 NVV

1997 Kia Pride

Green Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,287 mi
Last recorded51,287 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Kia Pride61,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP986 NVV
MakeKia
ModelPride
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 12 Feb 2026 51,287 miles

Front exhaust bracket

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 50,978 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 48,200 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 45,358 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 43,723 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 43,398 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 43,341 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 41,635 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 39,654 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2017 38,709 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 37,162 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 35,850 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 34,959 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 34,553 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 34,169 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 33,352 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 33,061 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 32,979 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 32,707 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 31,329 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 30,326 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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P986 NVV is a 1997 Kia Pride in Green with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P986 NVV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P986 NVV registered?

P986 NVV is a 1997 Kia Pride, first registered on 27 February 1997.

Is P986 NVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P986 NVV shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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