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R185 BWO

1997 Kia Pride

Red Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,263 mi
Last recorded98,263 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2007
Typical for 1997 Kia Pride61,571 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR185 BWO
MakeKia
ModelPride
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 1 Nov 2007 98,263 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 78,515 miles

excessive corrosion offside front floor

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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R185 BWO is a 1997 Kia Pride in Red with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Kia Pride models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.8% with a typical mileage of 61,571 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R185 BWO, 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 29 years old, this Kia Pride is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R185 BWO?

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What year was R185 BWO registered?

R185 BWO is a 1997 Kia Pride, first registered on 3 October 1997.

Is R185 BWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R185 BWO shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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