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T249 VPC

1999 Kia Mentor

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,911 mi
Last recorded90,911 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2008
Typical for 1999 Kia Mentor60,229 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT249 VPC
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2008 90,911 miles

brake pipes rusty

front pads worn low

h/lights poor pattern

Pass 31 Oct 2007 78,921 miles

brake pipes rusty

w/screen damaged

Pass 4 Nov 2006 70,200 miles

rust on various metal brake pipes

How Reliable is the Kia Mentor?

Based on 35,933 MOT tests across 5,356 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
4,732
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
5,356
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,454
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,711
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,580
position lamp(s) not working 1,587
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,561
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T249 VPC is a 1999 Kia Mentor in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 T249 VPC, 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

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What year was T249 VPC registered?

T249 VPC is a 1999 Kia Mentor, first registered on 1 July 1999.

Is T249 VPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for T249 VPC shows 3 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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