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R12 REA

2001 Kia Shuma

Silver Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

10,086 mi
Last recorded10,086 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2015
Typical for 2001 Kia Shuma55,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR12 REA
MakeKia
ModelShuma
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2015 10,086 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 10,055 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 10,005 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 10,005 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 9,755 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 9,755 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2010 9,139 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 8,371 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 7,408 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 6,340 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 5,742 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Shuma?

Based on 66,231 MOT tests across 7,069 vehicles.

66.2%
Pass Rate
5,428
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
7,069
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,430
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,169
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,743
position lamp(s) not working 3,329
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,033
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R12 REA is a 2001 Kia Shuma in Silver with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2001 Kia Shuma models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 55,832 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Shuma fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,430 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R12 REA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Shuma typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Kia Shuma is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R12 REA registered?

R12 REA is a 2001 Kia Shuma, first registered on 28 March 2001.

Is R12 REA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R12 REA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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