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AO52 VHG

2002 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2021
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

51,600 mi
Last recorded51,600 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO52 VHG
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2020 51,600 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 47,484 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 26 Sep 2020 47,431 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2019 42,861 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 41,246 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 40,140 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 38,984 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 37,193 miles

nearside and offside rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 13 Oct 2014 34,697 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

brake pipe corroded

Pass 15 Oct 2013 32,062 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 30,164 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 28,207 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 26,704 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 25,366 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 17 Nov 2008 24,165 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 22,820 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 19,566 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 15,357 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2005 15,357 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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AO52 VHG is a 2002 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 AO52 VHG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO52 VHG registered?

AO52 VHG is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 28 November 2002.

Is AO52 VHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO52 VHG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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