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W231 MWE

2000 Kia Pride

Blue Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

81,532 mi
Last recorded81,532 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2009
Typical for 2000 Kia Pride45,858 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW231 MWE
MakeKia
ModelPride
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 6 Apr 2009 81,532 miles

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 position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear fog lamp obscured more than 50% (1.3.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2008 76,552 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 76,461 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Mar 2007 72,180 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 72,180 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Mar 2006 60,722 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 60,720 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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W231 MWE is a 2000 Kia Pride in Blue with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 W231 MWE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W231 MWE registered?

W231 MWE is a 2000 Kia Pride, first registered on 22 March 2000.

Is W231 MWE safe to buy?

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