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AO53 ZYG

2003 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

84,703 mi
Last recorded84,703 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2018 84,703 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front tyre worn 2-3mm

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2017 75,629 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Fail 19 Jun 2017 75,629 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 65,968 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 62,118 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 62,118 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 58,830 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 54,277 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 45,212 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 41,919 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

offside rear shock upper bush worn

Pass 10 Sep 2010 36,388 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 31,282 miles

both rear tyres getting low

Pass 26 Sep 2008 26,608 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 21,111 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 16,138 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 ZYG 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 86.7%.

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 ZYG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO53 ZYG registered?

AO53 ZYG is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 29 November 2003.

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