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FJ04 UNY

2003 Kia Mentor

Silver Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,967 mi
Last recorded15,967 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2008
Typical for 2003 Kia Mentor34,805 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ04 UNY
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2008 15,967 miles

both rear shock absorbers slightly damp

both sides rear suspension arm rear bushes deteriorating

Pass 26 Feb 2007 12,785 miles

both sides rear shock absorbers damp

oil leak at rear of engine

rear bushes deteriorating on n/s and o/s rear suspension arms.

slight blow on exhaust at silencer behind cat

Fail 26 Feb 2007 12,785 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

both sides rear shock absorbers damp

oil leak at rear of engine

rear bushes deteriorating on n/s and o/s rear suspension arms.

slight blow on exhaust at silencer behind cat

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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FJ04 UNY is a 2003 Kia Mentor in Silver with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Kia Mentor models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 34,805 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 FJ04 UNY, 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 23 years old, this Kia Mentor is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FJ04 UNY registered?

FJ04 UNY is a 2003 Kia Mentor, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is FJ04 UNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ04 UNY shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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