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BT53 AHX

2004 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

120,860 mi
Last recorded120,860 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2019
Typical for 2004 Kia Rio51,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 AHX
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2019 120,860 miles

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

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2018 116,336 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

Fail 17 Jan 2018 116,336 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 110,816 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 28 Jan 2016 105,179 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer arch and sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 98,923 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 93,607 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 86,576 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 77,076 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 70,599 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 61,723 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 48,969 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 40,399 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2007 29,813 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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BT53 AHX is a 2004 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BT53 AHX, 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 BT53 AHX registered?

BT53 AHX is a 2004 Kia Rio, first registered on 3 February 2004.

Is BT53 AHX safe to buy?

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