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V244 DLK

1999 Kia Pride

Blue Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

93,456 mi
Last recorded93,456 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2010
Typical for 1999 Kia Pride48,440 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV244 DLK
MakeKia
ModelPride
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2010 93,456 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 87,377 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 87,377 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 81,840 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

o/s/f mirror damage

Pass 6 Dec 2007 74,634 miles

advise corrosion to exhaust system

advise damage to n/s headlamp mounting

advise damage to o/s/f outer sill

advise o/s/f outer cv gaiter cracking

advise o/s/f tyre tread cracking

advise rear number plate delaminating/wonky

advise surface corrosion to both front metal brake pipes in wheel arches

advise surface corrosion to both rear inner sills

advise surface rust o/s/f inner sill / o/s/f floor pan

advise surface rust to rear metal fuel pipes

strong advise n/s/r tyre on the limit

Fail 28 Nov 2007 74,554 miles

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

Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

advise child seat base fitted to o/s/r seat

advise corrosion to exhaust system

advise damage to n/s headlamp mounting

advise damage to o/s/f outer sill

advise o/s/f outer cv gaiter cracking

advise o/s/f tyre tread cracking

advise rear number plate delaminating/wonky

advise surface corrosion to both front metal brake pipes in wheel arches

advise surface corrosion to both rear inner sills

advise surface rust o/s/f inner sill / o/s/f floor pan

advise surface rust to rear metal fuel pipes

strong advise n/s/r tyre on the limit

Pass 28 Nov 2006 70,043 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2006 70,035 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

How Reliable is the Kia Pride?

Based on 67,258 MOT tests across 11,368 vehicles.

61.2%
Pass Rate
3,571
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
11,368
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,245
brake binding 5,002
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 4,498
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,403
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,350
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V244 DLK is a 1999 Kia Pride in Blue with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1999 Kia Pride models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.1% with a typical mileage of 48,440 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Pride fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,245 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V244 DLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Pride typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 27 years old, this Kia Pride is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V244 DLK?

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What year was V244 DLK registered?

V244 DLK is a 1999 Kia Pride, first registered on 23 September 1999.

Is V244 DLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V244 DLK shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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