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AJ04 PCF

2004 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

70,145 mi
Last recorded70,145 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2021
Typical for 2004 Kia Rio51,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ04 PCF
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Fail 1 Jul 2021 70,145 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed ring excessively damaged/cracked

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 61,864 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 55,775 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2019 55,775 miles

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 48,949 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 42,241 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2017 42,241 miles

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 36,569 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 30,541 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 27,592 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 24,437 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 22,235 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 22,235 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 20,023 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 20,023 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 18,174 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 15,809 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 13,483 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 11,888 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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AJ04 PCF is a 2004 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2004 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 51,001 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 AJ04 PCF, 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 22 years old, this Kia Rio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AJ04 PCF registered?

AJ04 PCF is a 2004 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is AJ04 PCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ04 PCF shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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