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S548 JJT

1998 Kia Pride LX

Grey Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

82,605 mi
Last recorded82,605 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2008
Typical for 1998 Kia Pride LX60,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS548 JJT
MakeKia
ModelPride LX
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2008 82,605 miles

advanced deteriation in both front outer c/v boots

borderline movement in nearside rear wheel bearing

corrosion in brake pipes generally

Fail 30 Dec 2008 82,605 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advanced deteriation in both front outer c/v boots

borderline movement in nearside rear wheel bearing

corrosion in brake pipes generally

Pass 17 Dec 2007 71,700 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

oil level low

Fail 14 Dec 2007 71,339 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

oil level low

Pass 22 Dec 2006 62,111 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2005 56,890 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2005 56,890 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

How Reliable is the Kia Pride LX?

Based on 4,467 MOT tests across 994 vehicles.

59.7%
Pass Rate
4,993
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 745
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 372
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 351
constant velocity joint gaiter split 346
brake binding 342
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S548 JJT is a 1998 Kia Pride LX in Grey with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1998 Kia Pride LX models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.1% with a typical mileage of 60,364 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kia Pride LX fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 745 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S548 JJT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Pride LX typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 28 years old, this Kia Pride LX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S548 JJT registered?

S548 JJT is a 1998 Kia Pride LX, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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