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CE53 YDO

2003 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

78,987 mi
Last recorded78,987 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 YDO
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2015 78,987 miles

Oil leak

Fail 9 Jun 2015 78,987 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 20 Jun 2014 72,946 miles

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

Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 72,946 miles

Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 67,691 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Fail 14 Jun 2012 58,163 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 58,163 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 49,965 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 49,965 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 42,610 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 42,606 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Both rear and n/s/f tyres walls deteriated

Pass 3 Sep 2009 41,420 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 41,399 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 37,145 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 32,436 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 26,868 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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CE53 YDO is a 2003 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2003 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 50,191 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 CE53 YDO, 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 23 years old, this Kia Rio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CE53 YDO registered?

CE53 YDO is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is CE53 YDO safe to buy?

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