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Y389 GFG

2001 Kia Shuma

Green Petrol 1793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

73,634 mi
Last recorded73,634 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Kia Shuma55,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY389 GFG
MakeKia
ModelShuma
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,793cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2014 73,634 miles

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 71,318 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 69,206 miles

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

both rear steel brake pipes up to flexible brake hoses rusty

nearsidefront steel brake pipe rusty up to flexible brake hose

offside front steel brake pipe rusty up to flexible brake hose

Pass 23 Sep 2011 65,762 miles

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

both front brake discs badly corrodded inner faces

centre exhaust very rusty

Pass 22 Sep 2010 63,075 miles

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

front number plate deteriorating

Pass 24 Sep 2009 59,073 miles

centre section of exhaust showing signs of corrosion.

front exhaust bracket broken.

Pass 25 Sep 2008 54,272 miles

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

o/s front driveshaft cv boot leaking grease from small end

Fail 11 Sep 2007 48,373 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 48,373 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 35,877 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 35,863 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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Y389 GFG is a 2001 Kia Shuma in Green with a 1,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 Y389 GFG, 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

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What year was Y389 GFG registered?

Y389 GFG is a 2001 Kia Shuma, first registered on 14 May 2001.

Is Y389 GFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y389 GFG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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