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CX52 JYC

2002 Kia Rio

Green Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

38,765 mi
Last recorded38,765 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2016
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX52 JYC
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2016 38,765 miles

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

oil cap was off and oil on minimum

Fail 16 Jan 2016 38,704 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear brake pipes corroded at rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

oil cap was off and oil on minimum

Pass 10 Jan 2015 85,235 miles

both front to rear brake pipes corroded

slight imbalance rear brakes

Pass 18 Jan 2014 82,241 miles

n/s cv boot perishing

o/s front to rear brake pipe corroding at rear

Pass 23 Jan 2013 78,741 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2013 78,739 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 3 Jan 2012 75,498 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 70,319 miles

Oil leak

Fail 21 Jan 2011 70,319 miles

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

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jan 2010 62,637 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 62,617 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2009 44,028 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake efficiency is ok but needs adjustment soon

Pass 18 Dec 2007 24,168 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 10,673 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 8,784 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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CX52 JYC is a 2002 Kia Rio in Green with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 CX52 JYC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CX52 JYC registered?

CX52 JYC is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 26 September 2002.

Is CX52 JYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX52 JYC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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