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CN02 YXJ

2002 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

55,023 mi
Last recorded55,023 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2015
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN02 YXJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2015 55,023 miles

oil leak from engine

Fail 21 Sep 2015 55,002 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

oil leak from engine

Pass 1 Oct 2014 48,631 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 45,412 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 45,398 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Corrosion starting in various places.

Front exhaust flexible section is starting to deteriorate.

Various metal fuel & brake pipes are starting to corrode.

Pass 17 Aug 2012 41,496 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 41,488 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 38,303 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s washer jet not working

Fail 30 Mar 2011 38,303 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s washer jet not working

Pass 31 Mar 2010 36,321 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 34,384 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 32,251 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 29,681 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 27,233 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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CN02 YXJ is a 2002 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2002 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 52,295 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 CN02 YXJ, 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 24 years old, this Kia Rio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CN02 YXJ registered?

CN02 YXJ is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 4 April 2002.

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