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R837 CNT

1998 Kia Mentor Glx

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,047 mi
Last recorded20,047 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2008
Typical for 1998 Kia Mentor Glx64,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR837 CNT
MakeKia
ModelMentor Glx
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2008 20,047 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Dec 2008 20,047 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Sep 2007 16,974 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 16,974 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2006 15,681 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2005 14,497 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Mentor Glx?

Based on 1,384 MOT tests across 307 vehicles.

59.0%
Pass Rate
5,985
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 349
constant velocity joint gaiter split 159
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 123
Direction indicator incorrect colour 99
Stop lamp not working 91
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R837 CNT is a 1998 Kia Mentor Glx in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Kia Mentor Glx models, the average MOT pass rate is 57.4% with a typical mileage of 64,290 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Mentor Glx fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 349 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R837 CNT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Mentor Glx typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Kia Mentor Glx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R837 CNT registered?

R837 CNT is a 1998 Kia Mentor Glx, first registered on 17 April 1998.

Is R837 CNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R837 CNT shows 6 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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