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BT07 JWG

2007 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

53,058 mi
Last recorded53,058 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Kia Rio61,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT07 JWG
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 53,058 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 46,943 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2023 38,122 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2022 31,750 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 26,707 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2021 17,909 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 12,558 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 12,140 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2018 12,140 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both x2 (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2017 11,878 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 11,352 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 11,509 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 10,575 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 9,905 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 9,905 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 8,638 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 7,464 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 5,831 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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BT07 JWG is a 2007 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2007 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 61,149 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 BT07 JWG, 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 19 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BT07 JWG registered?

BT07 JWG is a 2007 Kia Rio, first registered on 10 August 2007.

Is BT07 JWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT07 JWG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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