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AX53 HHP

2003 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

83,931 mi
Last recorded83,931 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 HHP
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2017 83,931 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Fail 7 Nov 2017 83,931 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wheel arch (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner/outer sill holed (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak ()

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 76,455 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)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 70,600 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 64,501 miles

Centre exhaust heatshield insecure

Front exhaust bracket broken but still supporting exhaust

Fail 25 Nov 2013 64,279 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Centre exhaust heatshield insecure

Front exhaust bracket broken but still supporting exhaust

Pass 11 Dec 2012 56,657 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 46,749 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

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

all tyres slightly perished

Pass 6 Dec 2010 36,839 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 31,045 miles

both front tyres worn to legal limit

Pass 15 Oct 2008 24,854 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Nov 2007 19,436 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 12,843 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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AX53 HHP is a 2003 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AX53 HHP, 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.

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What year was AX53 HHP registered?

AX53 HHP is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is AX53 HHP safe to buy?

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