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AE52 NUK

2002 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

130,103 mi
Last recorded130,103 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2016
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 25 Feb 2016 130,103 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

can not open boot

Pass 26 Feb 2015 120,191 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2015 120,191 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 26 Feb 2014 110,090 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 110,090 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 100,992 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 94,261 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 86,979 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 79,519 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 68,434 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 54,514 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 45,778 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2005 32,596 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Oct 2005 32,596 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 NUK is a 2002 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 NUK, 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.

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What year was AE52 NUK registered?

AE52 NUK is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 25 September 2002.

Is AE52 NUK safe to buy?

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