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DE03 PFY

2003 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,929 mi
Last recorded78,929 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 PFY
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2017 78,929 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 78,929 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2016 76,488 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 73,859 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 72,474 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 71,281 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 68,951 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2012 68,951 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2011 66,232 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2010 65,979 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 57,914 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 53,936 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 44,011 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 44,011 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 27,844 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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DE03 PFY is a 2003 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DE03 PFY, 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 DE03 PFY registered?

DE03 PFY is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is DE03 PFY safe to buy?

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