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L591 ETA

1994 Kia Pride L

Red Petrol 1139cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2008
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

59,217 mi
Last recorded59,217 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2009
Typical for 1994 Kia Pride L58,600 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL591 ETA
MakeKia
ModelPride L
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,139cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Jun 2009 59,217 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Fail 9 Apr 2009 59,159 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 45,068 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 45,058 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 2 Sep 2006 27,591 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 27,591 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 25 Aug 2005 7,152 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Pride L?

Based on 715 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

60.6%
Pass Rate
4,606
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 146
constant velocity joint gaiter split 62
brake binding 62
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 50
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 50
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L591 ETA is a 1994 Kia Pride L in Red with a 1,139cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1994 Kia Pride L models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.9% with a typical mileage of 58,600 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 L fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 146 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L591 ETA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Pride L typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 32 years old, this Kia Pride L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L591 ETA registered?

L591 ETA is a 1994 Kia Pride L, first registered on 4 July 1994.

Is L591 ETA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L591 ETA shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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