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BF03 ZYR

2003 Kia Rio

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

51,091 mi
Last recorded51,091 miles
Recorded on5 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 ZYR
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2015 51,091 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 50,960 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Fail 27 May 2014 46,741 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 May 2014 46,741 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 43,611 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 May 2012 41,509 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 38,195 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 35,537 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 32,413 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 28,909 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 28,883 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 24,915 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 20,173 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 ZYR is a 2003 Kia Rio in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 ZYR, 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 ZYR registered?

BF03 ZYR is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 13 March 2003.

Is BF03 ZYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF03 ZYR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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