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BV04 SFU

2004 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

100,912 mi
Last recorded100,912 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 Kia Rio51,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV04 SFU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2018 100,912 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 94,537 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak ()

Fail 1 Mar 2017 94,537 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Mar 2016 89,087 miles

front pads getting low

o/s/f cv gaiter weeping grease

o/s/r outer sill weak due to corrosion

slight freeplay both rear wheel bearings

Pass 13 Mar 2015 83,388 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 77,941 miles

both rear wheel bearings minor freeplay

brake pedal rubber worn smooth

Fail 17 Mar 2014 77,941 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear wheel bearings minor freeplay

brake pedal rubber worn smooth

Pass 14 Mar 2013 71,911 miles

brake pedal pad wearing smooth

Fail 14 Mar 2013 71,911 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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)

brake pedal pad wearing smooth

Pass 14 Mar 2012 64,733 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 59,014 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 52,790 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 46,127 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 41,411 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 35,844 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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BV04 SFU is a 2004 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BV04 SFU, 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 BV04 SFU registered?

BV04 SFU is a 2004 Kia Rio, first registered on 9 March 2004.

Is BV04 SFU safe to buy?

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