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AO53 KJU

2003 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

47,840 mi
Last recorded47,840 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 KJU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2021 47,840 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 47,091 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 45,732 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 43,691 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 42,030 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 42,030 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 39,911 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 37,734 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 35,065 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 33,636 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 31,628 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 28,973 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 20 Jul 2010 28,973 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 24,633 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 16,553 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 16,501 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 12,968 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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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AO53 KJU is a 2003 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 AO53 KJU, 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.

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What year was AO53 KJU registered?

AO53 KJU is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is AO53 KJU safe to buy?

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