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BL04 EKF

2004 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,721 mi
Last recorded62,721 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2014
Typical for 2004 Kia Rio51,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL04 EKF
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2014 62,721 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

offside rear tyre got cracks but not exposing any cords

Fail 30 Aug 2014 62,403 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 56,340 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s/r rim slightly damage (inner)

wheel trim obstructing view of pads (both front)

Fail 14 Sep 2013 56,334 miles

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

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s/r rim slightly damage (inner)

wheel trim obstructing view of pads (both front)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 51,263 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2011 46,096 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 39,899 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 26,285 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 19,521 miles

rear n/s tyre worn on edges

Pass 30 May 2007 18,225 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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BL04 EKF is a 2004 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BL04 EKF, 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.

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What year was BL04 EKF registered?

BL04 EKF is a 2004 Kia Rio, first registered on 17 June 2004.

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