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AO53 RAX

2003 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

34,562 mi
Last recorded34,562 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 RAX
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2019 34,562 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 28,932 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 24,157 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 18,646 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 12,525 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2015 12,525 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2014 6,827 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 1,506 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 332 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 143 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 16,786 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)

front wipers slightly smearing

Pass 28 Sep 2009 16,611 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 16,354 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 15,969 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 15,472 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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AO53 RAX is a 2003 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 RAX, 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 RAX registered?

AO53 RAX is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is AO53 RAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 RAX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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