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WF52 VUV

2002 Kia Shuma

Blue Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,419 mi
Last recorded65,419 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 Kia Shuma54,988 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF52 VUV
MakeKia
ModelShuma
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2016 65,419 miles

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

Offside Rear Image poor

Pass 13 Nov 2015 63,434 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 63,434 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Nov 2014 61,775 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 61,775 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 59,238 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 59,237 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 55,514 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 51,444 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 43,221 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2009 37,574 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 32,303 miles

both outer c.v boots perished

rear pads low ??

rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 17 Nov 2007 27,131 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 21,043 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 16,544 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Shuma?

Based on 66,231 MOT tests across 7,069 vehicles.

66.2%
Pass Rate
5,428
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
7,069
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,430
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,169
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,743
position lamp(s) not working 3,329
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,033
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WF52 VUV is a 2002 Kia Shuma in Blue with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Kia Shuma models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 54,988 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Shuma fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,430 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WF52 VUV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Shuma typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Kia Shuma is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WF52 VUV registered?

WF52 VUV is a 2002 Kia Shuma, first registered on 29 November 2002.

Is WF52 VUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF52 VUV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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