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RX51 TYU

2001 Kia Carens

Grey Petrol 1793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

162,705 mi
Last recorded162,705 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 Kia Carens66,580 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 TYU
MakeKia
ModelCarens
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,793cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2018 162,705 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2018 162,703 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength closing panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 154,519 miles

body damage

brake pipes corroded

coolant leak

exhaust rusty

nail in o/s/f tyre

oil leak

Pass 25 Nov 2016 145,169 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 20 Nov 2015 133,158 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 123,606 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 115,351 miles

both dip beam on lower limit

Pass 13 Nov 2012 107,382 miles

both headlamps light output ruduced

front body damage

o/s/f cv boot cracking

Pass 10 Nov 2011 91,717 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 74,023 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 56,411 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 42,126 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 37,619 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

washers weak in operation and wiper blades starting to split

Fail 26 Nov 2007 37,583 miles

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

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

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

washers weak in operation and wiper blades starting to split

Pass 24 Nov 2006 29,291 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 18,348 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Carens?

Based on 476,991 MOT tests across 36,863 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
6,950
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
36,863
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29,613
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,176
parking brake recording little or no effort 12,318
position lamp(s) not working 11,979
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,018
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RX51 TYU is a 2001 Kia Carens in Grey with a 1,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Kia Carens models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 66,580 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Carens fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 29,613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX51 TYU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Carens typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Kia Carens is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX51 TYU registered?

RX51 TYU is a 2001 Kia Carens, first registered on 30 October 2001.

Is RX51 TYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 TYU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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