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AK57 KXT

2007 Kia Rio

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

146,923 mi
Last recorded146,923 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2021
Typical for 2007 Kia Rio61,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK57 KXT
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2021 146,923 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

slight roughness when steering

Fail 1 Feb 2021 146,922 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

slight roughness when steering

Pass 26 Jun 2019 141,191 miles

Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 135,872 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage High pressure hose from pump to rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 10 Jul 2018 135,857 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage High pressure hose from pump to rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 128,771 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 12 Jul 2017 128,771 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 8 Jul 2016 114,645 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 106,622 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 97,461 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 90,727 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 77,486 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 67,352 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 47,875 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2010 47,875 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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AK57 KXT is a 2007 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2007 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 61,149 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 AK57 KXT, 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 19 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK57 KXT registered?

AK57 KXT is a 2007 Kia Rio, first registered on 29 October 2007.

Is AK57 KXT safe to buy?

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