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N972 DWF

1996 Kia Pride L

Blue Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

163,222 mi
Last recorded163,222 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2008
Typical for 1996 Kia Pride L65,014 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN972 DWF
MakeKia
ModelPride L
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2008 163,222 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 May 2007 148,683 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 143,998 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Nov 2005 143,881 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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N972 DWF is a 1996 Kia Pride L in Blue with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Kia Pride L models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.3% with a typical mileage of 65,014 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N972 DWF, 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 30 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 N972 DWF registered?

N972 DWF is a 1996 Kia Pride L, first registered on 14 June 1996.

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