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AG51 HCV

2002 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

77,643 mi
Last recorded77,643 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2014
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG51 HCV
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2014 77,643 miles

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 3 Jun 2014 77,643 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 14 May 2013 74,083 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 14 May 2013 74,083 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 11 May 2012 70,938 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 66,246 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2010 60,412 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 60,412 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2009 53,734 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 53,651 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 46,857 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 40,024 miles

slight fluid leak on power steering pump

Pass 25 Jan 2006 32,122 miles

o/s/f tyre 2.5mm n/s/f tyre on legal limit o/s/r tyre on legal limit

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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AG51 HCV is a 2002 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 AG51 HCV, 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 AG51 HCV registered?

AG51 HCV is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 23 January 2002.

Is AG51 HCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG51 HCV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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