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AV55 WUJ

2005 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

59,187 mi
Last recorded59,187 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 WUJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2016 59,187 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

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

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

Fail 3 Feb 2016 59,187 miles

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

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2015 40,752 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)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2014 28,530 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2013 24,005 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both number plate lights dim.

o/s/r seat belt slightly fayed.

Pass 4 Feb 2013 24,005 miles

both number plate lights dim.

o/s/r seat belt slightly fayed.

Fail 7 Nov 2011 19,950 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 7 Nov 2011 19,950 miles

Offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 4 Nov 2010 16,177 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 12,201 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 7,771 miles

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

to maximise tyre wear front tyres should be swopped with the rear tyres

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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AV55 WUJ is a 2005 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 53,878 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 AV55 WUJ, 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 21 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 AV55 WUJ registered?

AV55 WUJ is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 11 November 2005.

Is AV55 WUJ safe to buy?

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