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AX53 NZF

2003 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,896 mi
Last recorded61,896 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2012
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 NZF
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2012 61,896 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2011 49,076 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 49,076 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 36,479 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

front brake discs are worn

windscreen has scratches

Pass 7 Dec 2009 31,967 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Dec 2009 31,967 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Nearside Rear 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 29 Nov 2008 27,577 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 22,393 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 16,019 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 9,546 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 NZF is a 2003 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NZF, 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 AX53 NZF registered?

AX53 NZF is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is AX53 NZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX53 NZF shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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