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AR04 LAA

2004 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

109,799 mi
Last recorded109,799 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 Kia Rio51,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR04 LAA
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 19 Aug 2017 109,799 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside 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 Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine management light on

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Recommended change (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Rear wheel arch corroded

Oil leak ()

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering rack (2.3.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded connecting to steering rack (2.3.2)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking points. Both, offside and nearside (2.4.A.3)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both, offside and nearside (2.6.2)

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2016 104,935 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

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

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Rear wheel arch corroded

Oil leak ()

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

Fail 20 Aug 2016 104,868 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

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

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Rear wheel arch corroded

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 99,658 miles

Nearside Front tyres worn from edges

Rear brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake components not visible due to wheel covers

oil leak

rear top suspension mounts corroded

unable to inspect rear seat

Fail 1 Sep 2015 99,658 miles

Nearside Front tyres worn from edges

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake components not visible due to wheel covers

oil leak

rear top suspension mounts corroded

unable to inspect rear seat

Pass 24 Apr 2014 91,895 miles

front exhaust mounting bracket rusted.

Pass 31 Jan 2014 91,004 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 83,317 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

both rear wheel bearings have slight play

exhaust bracket broken system still supported

Fail 21 Mar 2012 72,640 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

HID head lights fitted but no washing or self leveling systems fail.as from 09/04/2012

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 72,640 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

HID head lights fitted but no washing or self leveling systems fail.as from 09/04/2012

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 64,541 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 56,124 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2009 46,369 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 37,076 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 20,492 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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AR04 LAA is a 2004 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AR04 LAA, 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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AR04 LAA is a 2004 Kia Rio, first registered on 24 August 2004.

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