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V742 NKK

1999 Kia Pride

Blue Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

111,119 mi
Last recorded111,119 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2011
Typical for 1999 Kia Pride48,440 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV742 NKK
MakeKia
ModelPride
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2011 111,119 miles

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

Offside Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 108,054 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 102,545 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 102,545 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Nov 2008 96,345 miles

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 88,067 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007 88,067 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 9 Nov 2006 63,709 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2006 63,709 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 24 Nov 2005 51,652 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 51,472 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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)

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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V742 NKK is a 1999 Kia Pride in Blue with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 V742 NKK, 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

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What year was V742 NKK registered?

V742 NKK is a 1999 Kia Pride, first registered on 30 November 1999.

Is V742 NKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V742 NKK shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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