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T741 VPC

1999 Kia Shuma S

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

87,249 mi
Last recorded87,249 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2008
Typical for 1999 Kia Shuma S70,950 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT741 VPC
MakeKia
ModelShuma S
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2008 87,249 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2007 80,951 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

o/s/f tyre close to limit and wearing on inner edge

Pass 26 Jul 2007 80,951 miles

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

o/s/f tyre close to limit and wearing on inner edge

Pass 26 Jul 2006 71,083 miles

Centre Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

all metal brake pipes under wheel arches becoming corroded

Fail 26 Jul 2006 71,083 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Centre Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

all metal brake pipes under wheel arches becoming corroded

Pass 6 Aug 2005 62,700 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2005 62,700 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Kia Shuma S?

Based on 813 MOT tests across 166 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
7,551
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
166
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 94
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 85
constant velocity joint gaiter split 84
position lamp(s) not working 59
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 58
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T741 VPC is a 1999 Kia Shuma S in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1999 Kia Shuma S models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.9% with a typical mileage of 70,950 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 Shuma S fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T741 VPC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Shuma S typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Kia Shuma S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T741 VPC registered?

T741 VPC is a 1999 Kia Shuma S, first registered on 30 July 1999.

Is T741 VPC safe to buy?

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