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R813 XWF

1997 Kia Pride

White Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

39,346 mi
Last recorded39,346 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Kia Pride61,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR813 XWF
MakeKia
ModelPride
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2014 39,346 miles

both front brakes binding slightly

Fail 7 Jul 2014 39,346 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both front brakes binding slightly

Pass 9 Jun 2012 36,823 miles

All brake pipes painted and also sleeved in rubber pipe

All under vehicle painted

Pass 15 Oct 2009 34,780 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 34,780 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Jan 2007 31,435 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2007 31,430 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Nov 2005 28,414 miles

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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R813 XWF is a 1997 Kia Pride in White with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 R813 XWF, 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.

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What year was R813 XWF registered?

R813 XWF is a 1997 Kia Pride, first registered on 30 December 1997.

Is R813 XWF safe to buy?

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