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V642 DSM

1999 Kia Pride SX

Blue Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,710 mi
Last recorded38,710 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2008
Typical for 1999 Kia Pride SX52,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV642 DSM
MakeKia
ModelPride SX
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2008 38,710 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 38,710 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2006 34,163 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 30,643 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the Kia Pride SX?

Based on 1,813 MOT tests across 364 vehicles.

57.5%
Pass Rate
5,496
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
364
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 394
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 295
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 179
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 170
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 168
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V642 DSM is a 1999 Kia Pride SX in Blue with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Kia Pride SX models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.5% with a typical mileage of 52,814 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Pride SX fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 394 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V642 DSM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Pride SX typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Kia Pride SX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V642 DSM registered?

V642 DSM is a 1999 Kia Pride SX, first registered on 12 November 1999.

Is V642 DSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V642 DSM shows 4 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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