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AE02 PXU

2002 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

82,506 mi
Last recorded82,506 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2014
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE02 PXU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2014 82,506 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 76,850 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 76,830 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 71,228 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2012 71,211 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 25 Jan 2011 65,331 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jan 2010 59,140 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 54,271 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 48,981 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 42,659 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 33,700 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Rio?

Based on 1,637,344 MOT tests across 141,212 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
5,503
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
141,212
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,517
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 18,703
position lamp(s) not working 14,100
Registration plate lamp not working 12,829
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AE02 PXU is a 2002 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 52,295 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Rio fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34,517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE02 PXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Rio typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Kia Rio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE02 PXU?

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What year was AE02 PXU registered?

AE02 PXU is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is AE02 PXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE02 PXU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE02 PXU have outstanding finance?

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