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R761 AVF

1997 Kia Pride

Blue Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,650 mi
Last recorded61,650 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2007
Typical for 1997 Kia Pride61,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR761 AVF
MakeKia
ModelPride
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2007 61,650 miles

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

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

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

n/s/rear tyre cracked on inner sidewall

rear no plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 14 Sep 2006 58,196 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 57,011 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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R761 AVF is a 1997 Kia Pride in Blue with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Kia Pride models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.8% with a typical mileage of 61,571 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 R761 AVF, 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 29 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 R761 AVF registered?

R761 AVF is a 1997 Kia Pride, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R761 AVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R761 AVF shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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