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R452 DVV

1997 Kia Mentor Glx

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

43,367 mi
Last recorded43,367 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2007
Typical for 1997 Kia Mentor Glx73,804 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR452 DVV
MakeKia
ModelMentor Glx
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2007 43,367 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 42,431 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 42,428 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2005 38,886 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2005 38,886 miles

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Kia Mentor Glx?

Based on 1,384 MOT tests across 307 vehicles.

59.0%
Pass Rate
5,985
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 349
constant velocity joint gaiter split 159
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 123
Direction indicator incorrect colour 99
Stop lamp not working 91
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R452 DVV is a 1997 Kia Mentor Glx in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Kia Mentor Glx models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.7% with a typical mileage of 73,804 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Mentor Glx fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 349 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R452 DVV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Mentor Glx typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Kia Mentor Glx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R452 DVV registered?

R452 DVV is a 1997 Kia Mentor Glx, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R452 DVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R452 DVV shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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