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M159 KPA

1994 Ac Ace

Green Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

55,514 mi
Last recorded55,514 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 Ac Ace48,185 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM159 KPA
MakeAc
ModelAce
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 55,514 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2025 55,467 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 55,349 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 54,719 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 54,202 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 54,009 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2019 54,009 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 20 Aug 2014 53,648 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 53,648 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 51,237 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 50,783 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 49,195 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 46,894 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 46,393 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

small oil leak under engine.

Pass 2 Jul 2008 45,119 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 May 2007 45,058 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2006 43,687 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the Ac Ace?

Based on 1,233 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
416
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 20
Stop lamp not working 16
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 13
parking brake recording little or no effort 13
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 12
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M159 KPA is a 1994 Ac Ace in Green with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1994 Ac Ace models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 48,185 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 Ac Ace fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M159 KPA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ac Ace typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 32 years old, this Ac Ace is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M159 KPA?

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What year was M159 KPA registered?

M159 KPA is a 1994 Ac Ace, first registered on 10 November 1994.

Is M159 KPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M159 KPA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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