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BN03 AAZ

2003 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

91,941 mi
Last recorded91,941 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN03 AAZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2016 91,941 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Dec 2015 83,474 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 74,567 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

clutch slipping

n/s wiper blade deteriorated

Pass 6 Jan 2014 64,599 miles

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

wiper blades deteriorated

Pass 4 Jan 2013 56,035 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 46,781 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2011 39,354 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 34,012 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 34,012 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 30,462 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 26,236 miles

front brake pads appear low advise further inspection.

n/s & o/s rear top shock absorber bushes worn advise replacement soon.

Fail 10 Mar 2008 26,236 miles

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

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

front brake pads appear low advise further inspection.

n/s & o/s rear top shock absorber bushes worn advise replacement soon.

Pass 5 Mar 2007 21,177 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 15,864 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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BN03 AAZ is a 2003 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BN03 AAZ, 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.

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What year was BN03 AAZ registered?

BN03 AAZ is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is BN03 AAZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN03 AAZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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