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R485 BMV

1998 Kia Mentor

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,008 mi
Last recorded10,008 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2005
Typical for 1998 Kia Mentor66,092 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR485 BMV
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 9 Dec 2005 10,008 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Mentor?

Based on 35,933 MOT tests across 5,356 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
4,732
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
5,356
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,454
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,711
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,580
position lamp(s) not working 1,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,561
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R485 BMV is a 1998 Kia Mentor in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Kia Mentor models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 66,092 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Mentor fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 5,454 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R485 BMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Mentor typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Kia Mentor is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R485 BMV registered?

R485 BMV is a 1998 Kia Mentor, first registered on 23 April 1998.

Is R485 BMV safe to buy?

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