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YS53 VDF

2003 Kia Shuma

Silver Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,542 mi
Last recorded106,542 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Kia Shuma48,872 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS53 VDF
MakeKia
ModelShuma
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 7 Jan 2016 106,542 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 97,101 miles

brake pipes greased

Pass 29 Nov 2012 94,266 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 83,127 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 72,143 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 60,969 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 51,109 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 40,674 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 32,340 miles

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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YS53 VDF is a 2003 Kia Shuma in Silver with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Kia Shuma models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 48,872 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 YS53 VDF, 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 23 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 YS53 VDF registered?

YS53 VDF is a 2003 Kia Shuma, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is YS53 VDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS53 VDF shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YS53 VDF have outstanding finance?

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