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R649 HHB

1998 Kia Pride

Blue Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

66,151 mi
Last recorded66,151 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2017
Typical for 1998 Kia Pride55,804 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR649 HHB
MakeKia
ModelPride
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2017 66,151 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 64,229 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 64,229 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 63,215 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 3 Sep 2013 60,784 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 2 Sep 2013 60,784 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 27 Jan 2012 49,552 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 37,790 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 34,444 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

slight interation on n/s/r and o/s/r lights

Pass 6 Nov 2008 31,129 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

n/s/f tyre worn on edges.

Pass 20 Nov 2007 28,292 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 24,952 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 24,950 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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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R649 HHB is a 1998 Kia Pride in Blue with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1998 Kia Pride models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 55,804 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 R649 HHB, 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 28 years old, this Kia Pride is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R649 HHB registered?

R649 HHB is a 1998 Kia Pride, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R649 HHB safe to buy?

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