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SG02 VXN

2002 Kia Mentor

Beige Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

60,769 mi
Last recorded60,769 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2014
Typical for 2002 Kia Mentor46,552 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG02 VXN
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2014 60,769 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013
Fail 12 Apr 2013

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 58,779 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 56,546 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 54,212 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 51,734 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 48,870 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 46,521 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 40,585 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 40,585 miles

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

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

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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SG02 VXN is a 2002 Kia Mentor in Beige with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SG02 VXN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SG02 VXN?

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What year was SG02 VXN registered?

SG02 VXN is a 2002 Kia Mentor, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is SG02 VXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG02 VXN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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