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CT55 FTE

2005 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

91,292 mi
Last recorded91,292 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCT55 FTE
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 28 Jul 2016 91,292 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 83,447 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 83,447 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 May 2014 71,759 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 May 2013 61,484 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 51,141 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 May 2012 51,141 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2011 38,127 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 27,656 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 27,656 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 24,651 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 24,651 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 18,719 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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CT55 FTE is a 2005 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2005 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 53,878 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 CT55 FTE, 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 21 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 CT55 FTE registered?

CT55 FTE is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 12 November 2005.

Is CT55 FTE safe to buy?

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