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Y109 UKP

2001 Kia Mentor

Silver Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

70,664 mi
Last recorded70,664 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2011
Typical for 2001 Kia Mentor50,048 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY109 UKP
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2011 70,664 miles

both front brake discs worn and corroded

exhaust heat shield broken

Fail 23 Nov 2011

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front brake discs worn and corroded

exhaust heat shield broken

odometer not displayed

Pass 24 Nov 2010

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2009 50,231 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

offside rear tyre has small cut in sidewall, not deep enough to reach ply or cords

sump plug covered in sealing agent!

Fail 25 Nov 2009 50,231 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

offside rear tyre has small cut in sidewall, not deep enough to reach ply or cords

sump plug covered in sealing agent!

Pass 27 Nov 2008
Fail 26 Nov 2008

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

Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2007 27,537 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 26,630 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 26,630 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 20,473 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the Kia Mentor?

Based on 35,933 MOT tests across 5,356 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
4,732
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
5,356
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,454
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,711
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,580
position lamp(s) not working 1,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,561
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Y109 UKP is a 2001 Kia Mentor in Silver with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2001 Kia Mentor models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 50,048 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kia Mentor fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 5,454 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y109 UKP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Mentor typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 25 years old, this Kia Mentor is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y109 UKP registered?

Y109 UKP is a 2001 Kia Mentor, first registered on 25 July 2001.

Is Y109 UKP safe to buy?

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