CarVerify

Free Car Check

AV55 XVT

2006 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1493cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

141,831 mi
Last recorded141,831 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2019
Typical for 2006 Kia Rio61,115 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kia
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 XVT
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2019 141,831 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 133,279 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre starting to become out of shape

Pass 21 Dec 2017 123,137 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2017 123,137 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front Bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front Bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2016 113,780 miles

front brake discs corroded

Fail 17 Dec 2016 113,780 miles

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

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

front brake discs corroded

Pass 16 Dec 2015 107,957 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2015 107,938 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 101,714 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2014 101,714 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2013 54,210 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 20 Dec 2012 86,393 miles

front antiroll bar d bushes have slight play

Pass 29 Dec 2011 80,126 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2010 66,976 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2010 66,976 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 53,869 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 36,420 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
Full Kia Rio reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AV55 XVT is a 2006 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2006 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 61,115 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XVT, 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 20 years old, this Kia Rio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AV55 XVT?

You can check the full history of AV55 XVT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AV55 XVT registered?

AV55 XVT is a 2006 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is AV55 XVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV55 XVT shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AV55 XVT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AV55 XVT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.