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AP02 DVK

2002 Kia Rio

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

108,926 mi
Last recorded108,926 miles
Recorded on28 May 2013
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP02 DVK
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2013 108,926 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

slight leak rack

Pass 6 Jun 2012 103,979 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

front brake discs and pads excessively worn

Pass 16 Jun 2011 99,326 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 99,326 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 83,898 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

steering rack leaking slightly

Pass 11 Jun 2009 66,994 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

washers poor to windscreen

Pass 20 Jun 2008 50,620 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 42,672 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2006 34,773 miles

Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

o/s/f tyre 2mm †n/s/f tyre 3mm

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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AP02 DVK is a 2002 Kia Rio in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AP02 DVK, 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 AP02 DVK registered?

AP02 DVK is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 August 2002.

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