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BK53 UFV

2003 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

67,685 mi
Last recorded67,685 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 UFV
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 67,685 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 66,297 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Mar 2025 66,297 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 65,180 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 63,363 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 63,004 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 62,578 miles

Nearside Rear WHEEL BERING has play

rear axle corroded

rear pipes corroded

Pass 17 Oct 2019 62,079 miles

Both nearside & offside front suspension arm front bushes deteriorating but not resulting in excessive movement

Both nearside & offside headlamp outputs slightly reduced due to deterioration of front lens.

Front registration plate delaminating but not likely to be misread

Nearside Front Outer Constant velocity gaiter deteriorating but not allowing for ingress of dirt.

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Lower wheel arch. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre outer & inner sidewalls showing perishing-monitor.

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play/movement

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Lower wheel arch. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorating & misting of grease visible but not likely to cause ingress of dirt

Pass 18 Oct 2018 61,647 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 60,665 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 60,275 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 59,634 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 58,534 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 56,392 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 53,322 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 53,322 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 45,167 miles

2x front tyre inner edges wearing close to minimum tread depth

oil level low

Pass 14 Sep 2010 38,589 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 32,366 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 27,208 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 23,645 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 19,415 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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BK53 UFV is a 2003 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BK53 UFV, 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 BK53 UFV?

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What year was BK53 UFV registered?

BK53 UFV is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is BK53 UFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK53 UFV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BK53 UFV have outstanding finance?

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