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MA04 LJL

2004 Kia Shuma

Blue Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,514 mi
Last recorded98,514 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2012
Typical for 2004 Kia Shuma49,106 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA04 LJL
MakeKia
ModelShuma
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2012 98,514 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 Feb 2012 98,514 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 May 2011 86,513 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 86,513 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 71,137 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 53,817 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 39,204 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 20,851 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Shuma?

Based on 66,231 MOT tests across 7,069 vehicles.

66.2%
Pass Rate
5,428
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
7,069
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,430
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,169
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,743
position lamp(s) not working 3,329
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,033
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MA04 LJL is a 2004 Kia Shuma in Blue with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Kia Shuma models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 49,106 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Shuma fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,430 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MA04 LJL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Shuma typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 22 years old, this Kia Shuma is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MA04 LJL registered?

MA04 LJL is a 2004 Kia Shuma, first registered on 2 March 2004.

Is MA04 LJL safe to buy?

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