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AK52 UNN

2002 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

77,988 mi
Last recorded77,988 miles
Recorded on19 May 2016
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 UNN
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2016 77,988 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 66,968 miles

Oil leak

Fail 22 May 2015 66,959 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 57,392 miles

rear tyres age cracked

Pass 4 May 2013 50,731 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 43,385 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 39,902 miles

Oil leak

brake pipes corroded

corrosion to suspension/steering components

exhaust joints and support brackets corroded

fuel pipes corroded

nearside front tyre - cut on tread

nearside wing mirror - mirror secured with tape

Fail 1 May 2010 35,634 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 May 2010 35,634 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 30,399 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 29,611 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 29,611 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 May 2007 28,823 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 27,689 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 27,689 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 UNN is a 2002 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 UNN, 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.

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What year was AK52 UNN registered?

AK52 UNN is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is AK52 UNN safe to buy?

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