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AE52 NTU

2002 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

86,019 mi
Last recorded86,019 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2015
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE52 NTU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2015 86,019 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2014 77,321 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 75,169 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 71,960 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 65,348 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 58,904 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 51,638 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 45,633 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 45,597 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 40,089 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edge.

o sf brake binding slightly.

Pass 26 Mar 2007 31,973 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 26,220 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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AE52 NTU is a 2002 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AE52 NTU, 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

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What year was AE52 NTU registered?

AE52 NTU is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is AE52 NTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE52 NTU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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