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R631 UEY

1997 Kia Pride LX

Grey Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,720 mi
Last recorded89,720 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2009
Typical for 1997 Kia Pride LX63,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR631 UEY
MakeKia
ModelPride LX
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2009 89,720 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 70,247 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 55,886 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Mar 2006 43,032 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2006 43,032 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

both rear trye walls cracking

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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R631 UEY is a 1997 Kia Pride LX in Grey with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R631 UEY, 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 R631 UEY registered?

R631 UEY is a 1997 Kia Pride LX, first registered on 7 October 1997.

Is R631 UEY safe to buy?

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