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SB02 EWS

2002 Kia Mentor

Silver Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

58,098 mi
Last recorded58,098 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2014
Typical for 2002 Kia Mentor46,552 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB02 EWS
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Aug 2014 58,098 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 55,657 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 49,930 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 45,544 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 40,706 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 36,025 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 31,765 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 25,376 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 25,376 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 19,243 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Mentor?

Based on 35,933 MOT tests across 5,356 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
4,732
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
5,356
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,454
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,711
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,580
position lamp(s) not working 1,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,561
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SB02 EWS is a 2002 Kia Mentor in Silver with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Kia Mentor models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 46,552 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Mentor fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 5,454 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SB02 EWS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Mentor typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 24 years old, this Kia Mentor is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SB02 EWS registered?

SB02 EWS is a 2002 Kia Mentor, first registered on 27 June 2002.

Is SB02 EWS safe to buy?

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