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AJ56 ZFF

2006 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

155,934 mi
Last recorded155,934 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 2006 Kia Rio61,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ56 ZFF
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 155,934 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidewall wall cracking outer - both rear (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Jul 2017 155,934 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidewall wall cracking outer - both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 150,583 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2015 136,668 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 126,573 miles

Oil leak

Fail 9 Dec 2013 126,565 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 13 Dec 2012 109,202 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 91,216 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 75,492 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2009 57,113 miles

front tyres incorrect size for vehicle.correct size is 195/55/r15

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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AJ56 ZFF is a 2006 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 61,115 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 AJ56 ZFF, 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 20 years old, this Kia Rio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AJ56 ZFF registered?

AJ56 ZFF is a 2006 Kia Rio, first registered on 22 December 2006.

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