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BT56 SXZ

2007 Kia Rio

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,256 mi
Last recorded88,256 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2023
Typical for 2007 Kia Rio61,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT56 SXZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2023 88,256 miles

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

Rear BRAKES NOISY WHEN APPLIED

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2023 88,256 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear BRAKES NOISY WHEN APPLIED

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 82,428 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 80,459 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Dec 2019 78,706 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 78,413 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 78,410 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn REAR TOP MOUNT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn REAR TOP MOUNT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened INNER FACE (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Aug 2017 78,124 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded . (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded . (3.5.1i)

Fail 25 Aug 2017 78,124 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded . (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded . (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 74,647 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 64,544 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 64,544 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Sep 2014 55,014 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 47,370 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 40,704 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 40,703 miles

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

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

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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BT56 SXZ is a 2007 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BT56 SXZ, 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 BT56 SXZ registered?

BT56 SXZ is a 2007 Kia Rio, first registered on 2 February 2007.

Is BT56 SXZ safe to buy?

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