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CK53 DGU

2003 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,511 mi
Last recorded89,511 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK53 DGU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2017 89,511 miles

Nearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 24 Jan 2017 89,511 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 82,303 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 15 Feb 2016 82,302 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 73,676 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 64,826 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 64,826 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Feb 2013 57,280 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2013 57,280 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Feb 2012 49,036 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 43,421 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 36,702 miles

Nail in front tyre

Pass 6 Feb 2009 30,888 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 23,451 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 17,644 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 6 Feb 2006 12,469 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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CK53 DGU is a 2003 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 CK53 DGU, 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.

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CK53 DGU is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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