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W231 XKJ

2000 Kia Clarus

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,492 mi
Last recorded88,492 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2010
Typical for 2000 Kia Clarus60,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW231 XKJ
MakeKia
ModelClarus
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2010 88,492 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 83,307 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 78,068 miles

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)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 69,968 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 60,530 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Clarus?

Based on 7,791 MOT tests across 1,111 vehicles.

65.5%
Pass Rate
5,312
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 845
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 639
parking brake recording little or no effort 568
Brake pipe excessively corroded 534
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 378
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W231 XKJ is a 2000 Kia Clarus in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Kia Clarus models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 60,613 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Clarus fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 845 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W231 XKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Clarus typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Kia Clarus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W231 XKJ registered?

W231 XKJ is a 2000 Kia Clarus, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W231 XKJ safe to buy?

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