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Y401 ETY

2001 Kia Shuma

Blue Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,103 mi
Last recorded73,103 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2011
Typical for 2001 Kia Shuma55,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY401 ETY
MakeKia
ModelShuma
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2011 73,103 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

front bumper cracked

nearside rear brake efficiency lower than offside

Pass 13 Jan 2010 66,705 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 57,324 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 50,907 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 43,168 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Mar 2007 43,168 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 36,413 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 36,413 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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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Y401 ETY is a 2001 Kia Shuma in Blue with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y401 ETY, 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 Y401 ETY?

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What year was Y401 ETY registered?

Y401 ETY is a 2001 Kia Shuma, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y401 ETY safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y401 ETY shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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