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CU03 GZP

2003 Kia Rio

Green Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2014
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

87,395 mi
Last recorded87,395 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU03 GZP
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2013 87,395 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Nov 2012 66,479 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Oct 2011 53,775 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2010 43,557 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 41,723 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 41,723 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Nov 2008 40,063 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 38,313 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 33,126 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

advise wipers leaving lines

Fail 20 Apr 2007 33,046 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

advies wiper blades

Pass 25 Apr 2006 27,230 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 27,230 miles

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit attachment loose (2.4.F.1a)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 27,230 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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CU03 GZP is a 2003 Kia Rio in Green with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 CU03 GZP, 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 CU03 GZP registered?

CU03 GZP is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 22 April 2003.

Is CU03 GZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU03 GZP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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