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AO52 WAU

2002 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

115,952 mi
Last recorded115,952 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2015
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2015 115,952 miles

Oil leak

Fail 12 Feb 2015 115,931 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Feb 2014 101,994 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 101,964 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 99,523 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 99,523 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2012 92,710 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 82,395 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 72,549 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 61,514 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 51,659 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 51,659 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 50,058 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 39,518 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 39,411 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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 WAU is a 2002 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 WAU, 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.

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What year was AO52 WAU registered?

AO52 WAU is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 29 November 2002.

Is AO52 WAU safe to buy?

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