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AF07 LXJ

2007 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2020
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

124,513 mi
Last recorded124,513 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2019
Typical for 2007 Kia Rio61,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF07 LXJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2019 124,513 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 117,603 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2018 117,603 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 110,818 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 21 Jan 2017 110,806 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 30 Dec 2015 97,847 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2015 97,847 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 14 Jan 2015 87,319 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 87,319 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 17 Jan 2014 63,931 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 63,931 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 51,649 miles

rear brake disc coroded

Fail 5 Mar 2013 51,642 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

rear brake disc coroded

Pass 1 Mar 2012 43,177 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 33,650 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 26,057 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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AF07 LXJ is a 2007 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2007 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 61,149 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF07 LXJ, 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 19 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF07 LXJ registered?

AF07 LXJ is a 2007 Kia Rio, first registered on 6 March 2007.

Is AF07 LXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF07 LXJ shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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