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BD55 CUY

2005 Kia Rio

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

89,377 mi
Last recorded89,377 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 CUY
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 89,377 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 87,411 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 84,993 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 82,746 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 80,230 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Apr 2022 80,230 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 78,520 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 76,611 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 73,285 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 69,625 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 19 Apr 2018 69,625 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 65,714 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 61,617 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 57,712 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 52,026 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 46,883 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 46,883 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 40,285 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 32,442 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 32,442 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 26,385 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 21,180 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 21,165 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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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BD55 CUY is a 2005 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 BD55 CUY, 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 BD55 CUY registered?

BD55 CUY is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 29 November 2005.

Is BD55 CUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD55 CUY shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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