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BT54 CVZ

2004 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

113,411 mi
Last recorded113,411 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 Kia Rio51,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT54 CVZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2016 113,411 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2016 113,405 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 107,828 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2015 107,828 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 95,553 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2014 95,553 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 86,521 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2013 86,521 miles

Offside Front Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

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

clutch pedal rubber worn smooth

o/s/r tyre inner edge wearing smooth

oil level over full.

Pass 8 Nov 2011 75,352 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 63,314 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 50,348 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 36,661 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 21,666 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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BT54 CVZ is a 2004 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BT54 CVZ, 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 BT54 CVZ registered?

BT54 CVZ is a 2004 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 November 2004.

Is BT54 CVZ safe to buy?

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