1991 KIA Pride 1.3L Petrol · H631 VRN
1991 KIA Pride (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 1991. Recorded mileage 32,291 miles. MOT expired on 31 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- KIA PRIDE
- Year / Origin
- 1991 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 31 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (28 Jun 2019)
- Recorded Mileage
- 32,291 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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H631 VRN Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/09/2025
- 32,291 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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H631 VRN MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 1991 Kia Pride (H631 VRN) between September 2025 and September 2025.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Our Verdict
A rare, low-mileage survivor that is a compelling buy for a classic enthusiast, provided the structural repairs were carried out correctly. While the mileage is exceptionally low, the history of significant corrosion requires careful verification.
Given the age and the 2019 MOT failure, your primary focus should be on the quality of the welding repairs. The vehicle failed on 'excessively corroded' inner suspension mountings and seat belt anchorages in the sills; ensure you see invoices or photographic evidence that these were professionally repaired rather than patched.
Check the service history for evidence of fluid changes. Vehicles with such low mileage often suffer from 'over-resting,' where seals dry out and rubber components perish. Negotiate based on the current state of the tyres and the spare, as the 2019 MOT specifically flagged a defective spare tyre.
Running costs for this 1.3L petrol engine are expected to be very low. As a vehicle from 1991, it will benefit from lower tax brackets and a relatively simple mechanical layout that is inexpensive to maintain at any independent garage.
Insurance should be minimal due to the small engine size and low power output. However, because it is now a classic, finding specific replacement body panels or trim pieces may take longer and cost more than for a modern city car. Estimated annual costs are low, primarily consisting of basic servicing and fuel.
Perform a thorough inspection of the underbody and sills. Specifically, check the rear inner suspension component mountings and the outer sills, as these were the sites of major structural failures in 2019. Use a torch to look for uneven welding or fresh underseal that might be hiding poor repairs.
Inspect the rubber bushings in the front track control arms; these were listed as 'perished' in late 2019. Additionally, check the exhaust system for any signs of leaks or patching, following the major exhaust leak recorded in the 2019 MOT failure.
This 1991 Grey Kia Pride is a remarkable example with only 32,291 miles on the clock, suggesting very light use over its lifetime. The MOT history shows a long period of consistency, though it suffered a major setback in 2019 with significant structural corrosion. Having passed its most recent MOT in September 2025, the vehicle appears to be in roadworthy condition.
While aggregate data is unavailable, the Pride is generally known as a simple, robust city car with few complex electronic systems to fail.
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