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R848 XKL

1997 Kia Pride L

Blue Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,142 mi
Last recorded75,142 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2008
Typical for 1997 Kia Pride L59,657 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR848 XKL
MakeKia
ModelPride L
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2008 75,142 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 75,142 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Dec 2007 71,158 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 66,673 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2006 63,478 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2006 63,478 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

fuel pipes corroded

How Reliable is the Kia Pride L?

Based on 715 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

60.6%
Pass Rate
4,606
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 146
constant velocity joint gaiter split 62
brake binding 62
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 50
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 50
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R848 XKL is a 1997 Kia Pride L in Blue with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Kia Pride L models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.8% with a typical mileage of 59,657 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Pride L fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 146 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R848 XKL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Pride L typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Kia Pride L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R848 XKL registered?

R848 XKL is a 1997 Kia Pride L, first registered on 26 August 1997.

Is R848 XKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R848 XKL 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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