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AK53 VYZ

2003 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,500 mi
Last recorded85,500 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 VYZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 Aug 2016 85,500 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported middle exhaust hanger broken (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs sensors x2 (3.4.2)

Offside Front Front drive shaft damaged (2.5.C.2a)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

rear wiper blade smears screen

Pass 29 Jun 2015 75,683 miles

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

both front tyres getting low

n/side rear tyre starting to perish

Fail 2 Jan 2014 67,324 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 67,324 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 67,135 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 67,082 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 64,164 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 60,044 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2009 54,069 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2008 45,894 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 39,657 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 24,095 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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AK53 VYZ is a 2003 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 50,191 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 AK53 VYZ, 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 23 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 AK53 VYZ registered?

AK53 VYZ is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is AK53 VYZ safe to buy?

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