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V744 DRB

2000 Kia Pride

Blue Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2015
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

57,349 mi
Last recorded57,349 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2014
Typical for 2000 Kia Pride45,858 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV744 DRB
MakeKia
ModelPride
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc
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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2014 57,349 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 57,315 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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)

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

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

front floor sections corroding

nearside front sill corroding

Pass 4 Oct 2013 54,213 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

corrosion to front floor

fuel pipes corroding at rear

offside headlamp low slightly

Fail 4 Oct 2013 54,213 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

corrosion to front floor

fuel pipes corroding at rear

offside headlamp low slightly

Pass 15 Dec 2012 53,819 miles

corrosion to offside front floor

fuel pipes corroded

offside headlamp slightly low

rear brake pipes showing corrosion

slight play in offside rear wheel bearing

Fail 12 Dec 2012 53,819 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)

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

corrosion to offside front floor

fuel pipes corroded

offside headlamp slightly low

rear brake pipes showing corrosion

slight play in offside rear wheel bearing

Pass 30 Dec 2011 52,687 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2011 52,687 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2011 50,415 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 43,367 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 43,367 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2009 34,992 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2009 34,992 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)

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 32,442 miles

front tyres wearing unevenly

n/s/f tyre outer side wall perishing

steel brake pipes corroding

Pass 10 Jan 2007 31,311 miles

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

steel brake pipes corroding

Pass 8 Feb 2006 30,255 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2006 30,255 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)

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

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

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

steel brake pipes corroding

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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V744 DRB is a 2000 Kia Pride in Blue with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 2000 Kia Pride models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.0% with a typical mileage of 45,858 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V744 DRB, 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 26 years old, this Kia Pride is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V744 DRB registered?

V744 DRB is a 2000 Kia Pride, first registered on 18 February 2000.

Is V744 DRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V744 DRB shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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