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X129 EKJ

2000 Kia Shuma

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

89,162 mi
Last recorded89,162 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2015
Typical for 2000 Kia Shuma60,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX129 EKJ
MakeKia
ModelShuma
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2015 89,162 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 89,162 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2014 88,243 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 87,692 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 87,152 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 87,152 miles

Nearside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 85,451 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 83,194 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 80,485 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 78,122 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 78,121 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 75,102 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 70,045 miles

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

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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X129 EKJ is a 2000 Kia Shuma in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2000 Kia Shuma models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 60,292 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 X129 EKJ, 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 26 years old, this Kia Shuma is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X129 EKJ registered?

X129 EKJ is a 2000 Kia Shuma, first registered on 16 September 2000.

Is X129 EKJ safe to buy?

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