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J42 KTY

1992 Kia Pride

Red Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

76,308 mi
Last recorded76,308 miles
Recorded on23 May 2007
Typical for 1992 Kia Pride70,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ42 KTY
MakeKia
ModelPride
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2007 76,308 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

advise surface rust to under body

Fail 23 May 2007 76,308 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

advise surface rust to under body

Fail 18 May 2007 76,229 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 26 May 2006 68,182 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 68,182 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

anti roll bar bushes perished no play, †slight play both rear bearings, †fan belt squealing,

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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J42 KTY is a 1992 Kia Pride in Red with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 J42 KTY, 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 J42 KTY registered?

J42 KTY is a 1992 Kia Pride, first registered on 31 January 1992.

Is J42 KTY safe to buy?

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