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BK54 YSN

2004 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

58,589 mi
Last recorded58,589 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Kia Rio51,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK54 YSN
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 58,589 miles

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

both front brake discs worn

headlamps misty

oil leak

Fail 7 Nov 2025 58,574 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both front (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

both front brake discs worn

headlamps misty

oil leak

Pass 30 Nov 2024 51,828 miles

EMI light on intermittently

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 30 Nov 2024 51,828 miles

EMI light on intermittently

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2023 44,868 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2023 44,868 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 38,862 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule N/S/F & O/S/F - O/S/R & O/S/R (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S/F & O/S/F - N/S/R & O/S/R (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp lens slightly defective N/S/F & O/S/F (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under the vehicle general corroded

Fail 12 Nov 2022 37,862 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))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/S/F & O/S/F - N/S/R & O/S/R (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S/F & O/S/F - N/S/R & O/S/R (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output N/S/F & O/S/F (4.1.4 (b))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under the vehicle muddy

Pass 22 Nov 2021 32,640 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 31,534 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 30,746 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 29,688 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 28,973 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 28,226 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 27,467 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 26,220 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 25,036 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 25,036 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2012 24,697 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 23,524 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 22,999 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 21,366 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 19,169 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 16,319 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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BK54 YSN is a 2004 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2004 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 51,001 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 BK54 YSN, 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 22 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 BK54 YSN registered?

BK54 YSN is a 2004 Kia Rio, first registered on 13 December 2004.

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