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CV05 HSZ

2005 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

48,938 mi
Last recorded48,938 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2014
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV05 HSZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2014 48,938 miles

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

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

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

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

rear spring mounts slightly corroded

Pass 28 Aug 2013 39,232 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 32,046 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 32,046 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2011 24,165 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 15,394 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 11,029 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 9,366 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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CV05 HSZ is a 2005 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 CV05 HSZ, 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 CV05 HSZ registered?

CV05 HSZ is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is CV05 HSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV05 HSZ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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