MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
112,639 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
wiper linkage worn
Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
nearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge
rivet in offside rear tyre tread
How Reliable is the Kia Mentor?
Based on 35,933 MOT tests across 5,356 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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T189 SHB is a 1999 Kia Mentor in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1999 Kia Mentor models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 60,229 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Kia Mentor fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 5,454 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T189 SHB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Kia Mentor typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 27 years old, this Kia Mentor is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of T189 SHB?
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What year was T189 SHB registered?
T189 SHB is a 1999 Kia Mentor, first registered on 9 August 1999.
Is T189 SHB safe to buy?
The MOT history for T189 SHB shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does T189 SHB have outstanding finance?
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