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AK05 VWC

2005 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

71,970 mi
Last recorded71,970 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 VWC
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2015 71,970 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 68,024 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 63,328 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 58,997 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 51,870 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 51,870 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 45,902 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 45,902 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 38,269 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 28,931 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 24,642 miles

Oil leak

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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AK05 VWC is a 2005 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AK05 VWC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK05 VWC registered?

AK05 VWC is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 14 May 2005.

Is AK05 VWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 VWC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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