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AG03 FXC

2003 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

35,742 mi
Last recorded35,742 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG03 FXC
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2016 35,742 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded N/s and o/s (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded N/s and o/s (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play N/s and o/s (2.6.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit N/s and o/s also perished (4.1.E.1)

Various suspension components corroded on the front and rear of vehicle

Pass 17 Jun 2015 34,698 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 17 Jun 2015 34,698 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 32,640 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Jun 2014 32,640 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 30,238 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE CRACKING

Pass 12 Jun 2012 28,113 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 25,448 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 23,115 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 20,891 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 20,891 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)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 19,025 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 16,165 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 12,941 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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AG03 FXC is a 2003 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 AG03 FXC, 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.

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What year was AG03 FXC registered?

AG03 FXC is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is AG03 FXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG03 FXC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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