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X242 AEU

2000 Kia Shuma

Green Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

105,068 mi
Last recorded105,068 miles
Recorded on14 May 2012
Typical for 2000 Kia Shuma60,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX242 AEU
MakeKia
ModelShuma
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2012 105,068 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 99,628 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 89,968 miles

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

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

handbrake needs adjustment

Pass 12 Jun 2009 80,477 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2008 68,814 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 55,970 miles

front bumper not in line with bodyon edges

Pass 11 Jul 2006 43,833 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 43,833 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

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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X242 AEU is a 2000 Kia Shuma in Green with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 X242 AEU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X242 AEU?

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What year was X242 AEU registered?

X242 AEU is a 2000 Kia Shuma, first registered on 7 September 2000.

Is X242 AEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X242 AEU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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