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R458 NSN

1997 Kia Pride

Blue Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

206,067 mi
Last recorded206,067 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2007
Typical for 1997 Kia Pride61,571 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR458 NSN
MakeKia
ModelPride
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2007 206,067 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre cracked around outer sidewall

Fail 11 Jul 2006 197,959 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

offside rear tyre cracked around outer sidewall

Pass 11 Jul 2006 197,959 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside rear tyre cracked around outer sidewall

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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R458 NSN is a 1997 Kia Pride in Blue with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R458 NSN, 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

How do I check the history of R458 NSN?

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What year was R458 NSN registered?

R458 NSN is a 1997 Kia Pride, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is R458 NSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R458 NSN shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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