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AF53 NCX

2003 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

69,938 mi
Last recorded69,938 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 NCX
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2015 69,938 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2015 69,938 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2014 69,333 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 69,333 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 67,449 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 67,448 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 64,703 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2012 64,703 miles

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 62,146 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 10 Oct 2011 62,146 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 84,143 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 54,106 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2009 54,106 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2008 43,120 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 33,283 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 26,505 miles

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

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

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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AF53 NCX is a 2003 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2003 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 50,191 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 AF53 NCX, 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 23 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 AF53 NCX?

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What year was AF53 NCX registered?

AF53 NCX is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 13 October 2003.

Is AF53 NCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 NCX 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.

Does AF53 NCX have outstanding finance?

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