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BF03 MJE

2003 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

110,695 mi
Last recorded110,695 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 MJE
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2016 110,695 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2016 110,695 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working all (1.1.A.3b)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative all (1.4.B.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 108,562 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2015 108,562 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 102,971 miles

Both rear tyres are detoriated

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

Pass 23 Feb 2013 89,846 miles

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

rear number plate poor

Pass 25 Feb 2012 84,869 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 78,566 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

rear number plate poor

Pass 2 Mar 2010 71,087 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 71,084 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 62,565 miles

rear number plate starting to discolour

Pass 6 Feb 2008 56,956 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 50,813 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2007 50,813 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 37,858 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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BF03 MJE is a 2003 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BF03 MJE, 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 BF03 MJE registered?

BF03 MJE is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is BF03 MJE safe to buy?

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