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AP53 OML

2004 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,954 mi
Last recorded42,954 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 Kia Rio51,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP53 OML
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2018 42,954 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall perished

Nearside Rear tyre sidewall cracking

Offside Front tyre sidewall perished/cracking

Fail 8 Jan 2018 42,954 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front tyre sidewall perished

Nearside Rear tyre sidewall cracking

Offside Front tyre sidewall perished/cracking

Pass 5 Jan 2017 34,807 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 33,809 miles

Item removed from drivers view prior to test

Pass 15 Jan 2015 31,467 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 29,057 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 27,075 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 24,751 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 21,879 miles

Slight cracking in sidewalls of rear tyres.

Pass 14 Jan 2010 18,426 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Jan 2010 18,426 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2009 15,027 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 12,000 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 9,146 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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AP53 OML is a 2004 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 51,001 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 AP53 OML, 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 22 years old, this Kia Rio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AP53 OML registered?

AP53 OML is a 2004 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 January 2004.

Is AP53 OML safe to buy?

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