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BG52 FEM

2002 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,052 mi
Last recorded76,052 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG52 FEM
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2017 76,052 miles

damage to osf door a post

n/swasher jet not working

rear seats not in use at time of test

Fail 2 Mar 2017 76,052 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

damage to osf door a post

n/swasher jet not working

rear seats not in use at time of test

Pass 19 Jan 2016 68,158 miles

Nsr wheel bearing has slight play

Pass 17 Jan 2015 66,780 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 15 Jan 2015 66,765 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 65,404 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 63,759 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 61,238 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jan 2011 58,832 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 55,213 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 51,760 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 47,956 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 43,708 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2007 43,708 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 38,478 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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BG52 FEM is a 2002 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 52,295 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 BG52 FEM, 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 24 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 BG52 FEM registered?

BG52 FEM is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 3 December 2002.

Is BG52 FEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG52 FEM shows 15 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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