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R432 CEX

1998 Kia Pride LX

Red Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

59,981 mi
Last recorded59,981 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2008
Typical for 1998 Kia Pride LX60,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR432 CEX
MakeKia
ModelPride LX
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2008 59,981 miles

both wiper blades in poor condition

brake fluid level low

front brake discs in poor condition

offside rear tyre worn very low on inner edge this tyre is of a stepped tread design

surface corrosion in vehicle throughout

track control arm bushes perished

Fail 15 Apr 2008 59,981 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both wiper blades in poor condition

brake fluid level low

front brake discs in poor condition

offside rear tyre worn very low on inner edge this tyre is of a stepped tread design

surface corrosion in vehicle throughout

track control arm bushes perished

Fail 25 Jan 2006 59,846 miles

Offside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Jan 2006 59,846 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Pride LX?

Based on 4,467 MOT tests across 994 vehicles.

59.7%
Pass Rate
4,993
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
994
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 745
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 372
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 351
constant velocity joint gaiter split 346
brake binding 342
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R432 CEX is a 1998 Kia Pride LX in Red with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Kia Pride LX models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.1% with a typical mileage of 60,364 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 LX fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 745 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R432 CEX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Pride LX typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 28 years old, this Kia Pride LX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R432 CEX registered?

R432 CEX is a 1998 Kia Pride LX, first registered on 2 March 1998.

Is R432 CEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R432 CEX shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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