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R699 VSD

1998 Kia Mentor

Green Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,972 mi
Last recorded76,972 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2006
Typical for 1998 Kia Mentor66,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR699 VSD
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 24 Feb 2006 76,972 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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R699 VSD is a 1998 Kia Mentor in Green 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 R699 VSD, 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 R699 VSD registered?

R699 VSD is a 1998 Kia Mentor, first registered on 13 May 1998.

Is R699 VSD safe to buy?

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