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X429 AET

2001 Kia Shuma

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,159 mi
Last recorded67,159 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2008
Typical for 2001 Kia Shuma55,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX429 AET
MakeKia
ModelShuma
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2008 67,159 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 60,248 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2006 47,825 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2005 36,152 miles

Brake fluid level was LOW, advise have system checked for why this was so.

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2005 36,152 miles

Brake fluid level was LOW, advise have system checked for why this was so.

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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X429 AET is a 2001 Kia Shuma in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Kia Shuma models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 55,832 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 X429 AET, 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 25 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 X429 AET?

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What year was X429 AET registered?

X429 AET is a 2001 Kia Shuma, first registered on 26 January 2001.

Is X429 AET safe to buy?

The MOT history for X429 AET shows 5 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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