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W266 VJH

2000 Kia Clarus

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2015
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,828 mi
Last recorded99,828 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2014
Typical for 2000 Kia Clarus60,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW266 VJH
MakeKia
ModelClarus
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2014 99,828 miles

front discs worn

oil leak over rack

Pass 6 Aug 2013 93,578 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2012 87,479 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 80,663 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2010 73,198 miles

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 65,459 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 60,193 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 54,070 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 48,829 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 42,866 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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W266 VJH is a 2000 Kia Clarus in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 W266 VJH, 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 W266 VJH registered?

W266 VJH is a 2000 Kia Clarus, first registered on 18 August 2000.

Is W266 VJH safe to buy?

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