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AK52 UMX

2002 Kia Rio

Green Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

114,718 mi
Last recorded114,718 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2012
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 UMX
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2012 114,718 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Sep 2012 114,718 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 106,606 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 14 Sep 2011 106,466 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 97,471 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 86,494 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 75,445 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 64,959 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 64,423 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2006 49,856 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 35,756 miles

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

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

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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AK52 UMX is a 2002 Kia Rio in Green with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2002 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 52,295 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 AK52 UMX, 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 24 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 AK52 UMX registered?

AK52 UMX is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 25 September 2002.

Is AK52 UMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK52 UMX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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