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Y518 AET

2001 Kia Shuma SX

Red Petrol 1594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,513 mi
Last recorded53,513 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2007
Typical for 2001 Kia Shuma SX54,992 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY518 AET
MakeKia
ModelShuma SX
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,594cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2007 53,513 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 46,525 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Shuma SX?

Based on 1,152 MOT tests across 232 vehicles.

63.5%
Pass Rate
7,986
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
232
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 145
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 137
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 95
constant velocity joint gaiter split 80
position lamp(s) not working 79
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Y518 AET is a 2001 Kia Shuma SX in Red with a 1,594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Kia Shuma SX models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 54,992 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Shuma SX fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 145 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y518 AET, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Shuma SX typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Kia Shuma SX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of Y518 AET?

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What year was Y518 AET registered?

Y518 AET is a 2001 Kia Shuma SX, first registered on 20 June 2001.

Is Y518 AET safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y518 AET shows 2 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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