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WM02 KAJ

2002 Kia Mentor

Grey Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

34,208 mi
Last recorded34,208 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Kia Mentor46,552 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM02 KAJ
MakeKia
ModelMentor
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 34,208 miles

Engine MIL indicates a malfunction

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.4a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.4a)

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 5 Oct 2024 29,770 miles

17%) Parking Brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear the braking system requires adjustment or repair. [3.7.A.7]

Engine MIL indicates a malfunction

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.4a)

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Oct 2024 29,739 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm outer edge. (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

17%) Parking Brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear the braking system requires adjustment or repair. [3.7.A.7]

Engine MIL indicates a malfunction

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.4a)

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 24,835 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp lens deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.4a)

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Surface corrosion to some components on underside of vehicle.

Pass 29 Sep 2022 20,430 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp lens deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.4a)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Surface corrosion to some components on underside of vehicle.

Fail 29 Sep 2022 20,430 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.4a)

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.4a)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Surface corrosion to some components on underside of vehicle.

Pass 19 Apr 2016 20,407 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 19,863 miles

Oil leak

offside front and rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 8 May 2013 18,887 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 17,869 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 16,472 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 14,729 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 11,285 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 9,639 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 7,967 miles

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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WM02 KAJ is a 2002 Kia Mentor in Grey with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2002 Kia Mentor models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 46,552 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 WM02 KAJ, 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 24 years old, this Kia Mentor is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WM02 KAJ registered?

WM02 KAJ is a 2002 Kia Mentor, first registered on 27 June 2002.

Is WM02 KAJ safe to buy?

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