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Y874 UKP

2001 Kia Mentor

Red Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2021
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

27,579 mi
Last recorded27,579 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2020
Typical for 2001 Kia Mentor50,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY874 UKP
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2020 27,579 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2019 26,900 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 26,900 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2018 26,179 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 26,136 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 30 May 2017 25,299 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2016 24,425 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 24,365 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2015 23,099 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 23,044 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 22 May 2014 21,977 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 20,795 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 20,795 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2012 19,456 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 19,456 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2011 18,321 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 18,321 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 17,101 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 95,379 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2009 15,826 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 14,983 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 14,118 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 13,206 miles

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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Y874 UKP is a 2001 Kia Mentor in Red with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 Y874 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y874 UKP registered?

Y874 UKP is a 2001 Kia Mentor, first registered on 6 June 2001.

Is Y874 UKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y874 UKP shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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