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AV53 ULA

2003 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

93,121 mi
Last recorded93,121 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 ULA
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2019 93,121 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2018 93,044 miles

Offside Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 91,643 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 89,777 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 89,777 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear 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 brake binding slightly

Offside Front cv boot deteoriated

Rear rear brake lines corroded

all tyres need air

handbrake close to no reserve (needs adjusting)

unable to inspect front pads

Pass 26 Nov 2015 88,139 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 86,362 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Nov 2014 86,362 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2013 85,291 miles

o/s headlight dim

Pass 30 Nov 2012 81,447 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 81,447 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 73,430 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 64,463 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 54,975 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 46,477 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 36,549 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 82,279 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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AV53 ULA is a 2003 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AV53 ULA, 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 AV53 ULA registered?

AV53 ULA is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is AV53 ULA safe to buy?

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