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AY03 FMJ

2003 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,573 mi
Last recorded67,573 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2011
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 FMJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 14 Mar 2011 67,573 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 57,734 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 47,778 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 37,934 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 30,414 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 21,649 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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AY03 FMJ is a 2003 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AY03 FMJ, 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

How do I check the history of AY03 FMJ?

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What year was AY03 FMJ registered?

AY03 FMJ is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 19 March 2003.

Is AY03 FMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 FMJ shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY03 FMJ have outstanding finance?

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