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FJ53 GVR

2003 Kia Mentor

Silver Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

65,639 mi
Last recorded65,639 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2011
Typical for 2003 Kia Mentor34,805 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 GVR
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2011 65,639 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 56,402 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009
Fail 20 Nov 2009

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2008 5,533 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2007 24,470 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 12,621 miles

Digital Odometer reading faded and difficult to read

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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FJ53 GVR is a 2003 Kia Mentor in Silver with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FJ53 GVR, 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 FJ53 GVR registered?

FJ53 GVR is a 2003 Kia Mentor, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is FJ53 GVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ53 GVR shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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