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AJ03 CZR

2003 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

68,897 mi
Last recorded68,897 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 CZR
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2014 68,897 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 63,336 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 59,285 miles

Exhaust mouting

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Rear bearings noisey

Pass 30 Mar 2011 54,074 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 47,944 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 47,944 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 41,850 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 36,981 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 33,643 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 27,182 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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AJ03 CZR is a 2003 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AJ03 CZR, 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

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What year was AJ03 CZR registered?

AJ03 CZR is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is AJ03 CZR safe to buy?

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