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V655 LCF

1999 Kia Mentor

Blue Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,470 mi
Last recorded72,470 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2006
Typical for 1999 Kia Mentor60,229 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV655 LCF
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 Jan 2006 72,470 miles

o/s and n/s handbrake performance close to pass limits

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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V655 LCF is a 1999 Kia Mentor in Blue with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Kia Mentor models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 60,229 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 V655 LCF, 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 27 years old, this Kia Mentor is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V655 LCF registered?

V655 LCF is a 1999 Kia Mentor, first registered on 16 December 1999.

Is V655 LCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V655 LCF shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V655 LCF have outstanding finance?

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