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R641 DDV

1997 Kia Pride LX

White Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,337 mi
Last recorded76,337 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2007
Typical for 1997 Kia Pride LX63,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR641 DDV
MakeKia
ModelPride LX
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2007 76,337 miles

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

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

different size tyres on front and rear axles

front tyres starting to wear low on inner edges

moderate play in n/s/f lower seat base

moderate play in n/s/r and o/s/r whhel bearings

n/s/f c/v boot perished

slight play in n/s track rod end

Pass 7 Nov 2006 66,165 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Nov 2005 58,032 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2005 58,032 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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R641 DDV is a 1997 Kia Pride LX in White with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R641 DDV, 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 R641 DDV registered?

R641 DDV is a 1997 Kia Pride LX, first registered on 7 November 1997.

Is R641 DDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R641 DDV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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