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J279 EPW

1992 Kia Pride

Red Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

110,211 mi
Last recorded110,211 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2006
Typical for 1992 Kia Pride70,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ279 EPW
MakeKia
ModelPride
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 11 Sep 2006 110,211 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure

How Reliable is the Kia Pride?

Based on 67,258 MOT tests across 11,368 vehicles.

61.2%
Pass Rate
3,571
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
11,368
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,245
brake binding 5,002
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 4,498
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,403
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,350
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J279 EPW is a 1992 Kia Pride in Red with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1992 Kia Pride models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.3% with a typical mileage of 70,857 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 Pride fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,245 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J279 EPW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Pride typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 34 years old, this Kia Pride is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J279 EPW registered?

J279 EPW is a 1992 Kia Pride, first registered on 26 March 1992.

Is J279 EPW safe to buy?

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