CarVerify

Free Car Check

DA54 RPZ

2005 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1343cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

36,927 mi
Last recorded36,927 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kia
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA54 RPZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2018 36,927 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 26,876 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2017 26,862 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 26,009 miles

front brake pads worn low

slight play in o/s drop link

Fail 16 Jul 2015 25,140 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 25,140 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 23,104 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 2 Jul 2013 22,311 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2013 22,311 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 19,547 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 19,547 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 17,932 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 16,119 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 14,225 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 10,560 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
Full Kia Rio reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DA54 RPZ is a 2005 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DA54 RPZ, 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

How do I check the history of DA54 RPZ?

You can check the full history of DA54 RPZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DA54 RPZ registered?

DA54 RPZ is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 2 February 2005.

Is DA54 RPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA54 RPZ 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.

Does DA54 RPZ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DA54 RPZ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.