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S854 SKU

1999 Kia Mentor Glx

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

85,935 mi
Last recorded85,935 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS854 SKU
MakeKia
ModelMentor Glx
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2009 85,935 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 78,150 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 78,142 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2007 70,589 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 61,117 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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S854 SKU is a 1999 Kia Mentor Glx in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S854 SKU, 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 27 years old, this Kia Mentor Glx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S854 SKU registered?

S854 SKU is a 1999 Kia Mentor Glx, first registered on 4 January 1999.

Is S854 SKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S854 SKU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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