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AO06 UBF

2006 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

100,803 mi
Last recorded100,803 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 Kia Rio61,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO06 UBF
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2021 100,803 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 96,737 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Slightly stretched. (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front CV joint clicking while maneuvering vehicle on tight lock, no play found during test.

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2020 96,727 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn BOTH REAR - CORRDED/WORN CAUSING FLUCTUATION. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leaking excessively from engine Sump corroded. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick BOTH SIDES. (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine tappy.

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Slightly stretched. (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Possible wheel bearings issues as noisy but brake binding.

Pass 21 Aug 2019 93,657 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 90,372 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2017 87,745 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 May 2016 82,385 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 May 2015 78,984 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 66,338 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 21 May 2013 59,125 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 12 May 2012 49,721 miles

Advise front brake discs worn please change a.s.a.p

Advise rear discs scoored please change a.s.a.p

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

Pass 30 Apr 2011 41,685 miles

front tyres worn on edges (advise replacement)

rear brake pads getting low

slight splits in nearside rear tyre

Fail 10 May 2010 35,062 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 May 2010 35,062 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 27,297 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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AO06 UBF is a 2006 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2006 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 61,115 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 AO06 UBF, 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 20 years old, this Kia Rio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AO06 UBF is a 2006 Kia Rio, first registered on 12 May 2006.

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