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SY52 GCX

2002 Kia Mentor

Blue Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,111 mi
Last recorded48,111 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2013
Typical for 2002 Kia Mentor46,552 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY52 GCX
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2013 48,111 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

cut on side wall n/s/r tyre

Fail 26 Sep 2013 48,096 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

cut on side wall n/s/r tyre

Pass 5 Sep 2012 40,457 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 40,456 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

front discs worn

Pass 26 Sep 2011 39,863 miles

bonnet/grill damaged

Fail 22 Sep 2011 39,863 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

bonnet/grill damaged

Pass 21 Sep 2010 36,022 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 32,384 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 29,390 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 26,780 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 22,044 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 17,277 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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SY52 GCX is a 2002 Kia Mentor in Blue with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SY52 GCX, 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

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What year was SY52 GCX registered?

SY52 GCX is a 2002 Kia Mentor, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is SY52 GCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY52 GCX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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