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R112 BNV

1997 Kia Pride LX

Red Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

117,486 mi
Last recorded117,486 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2006
Typical for 1997 Kia Pride LX63,398 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR112 BNV
MakeKia
ModelPride LX
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2006 117,486 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 117,486 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2005 104,479 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2005 104,278 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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R112 BNV is a 1997 Kia Pride LX in Red with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R112 BNV, 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.

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What year was R112 BNV registered?

R112 BNV is a 1997 Kia Pride LX, first registered on 11 September 1997.

Is R112 BNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R112 BNV shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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