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AJ05 XJO

2005 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,270 mi
Last recorded40,270 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 XJO
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2017 40,270 miles

Nearside headlight pattern hazy

Pass 14 Jun 2016 36,152 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front sidewall split slightly

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear sidewall slightly splitting

Pass 12 Jun 2015 32,048 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 27,885 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jun 2014 27,885 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2013 26,517 miles

both front wipers smeary and split

Pass 21 Jun 2012 25,819 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

both front wiper blades split

Pass 17 Jun 2011 23,033 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 23,033 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 20,232 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 16,801 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 13,707 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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AJ05 XJO is a 2005 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 53,878 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 AJ05 XJO, 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 21 years old, this Kia Rio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AJ05 XJO registered?

AJ05 XJO is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 22 June 2005.

Is AJ05 XJO safe to buy?

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