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AM52 GZU

2003 Kia Rio

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

59,921 mi
Last recorded59,921 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2008
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM52 GZU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2008 59,921 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 59,921 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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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AM52 GZU is a 2003 Kia Rio in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AM52 GZU, 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

How do I check the history of AM52 GZU?

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What year was AM52 GZU registered?

AM52 GZU is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is AM52 GZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM52 GZU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AM52 GZU have outstanding finance?

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