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DE52 DXT

2002 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,314 mi
Last recorded63,314 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE52 DXT
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2015 63,314 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Nov 2014 58,433 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 50,625 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 16 Nov 2012 44,659 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2012 44,659 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 40,707 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 37,066 miles

handbrake has exsessive travel

Pass 7 Oct 2009 28,806 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2008 21,520 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

parking brake travel high

Pass 28 Sep 2007 16,952 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 12,048 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2006 12,048 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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DE52 DXT is a 2002 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DE52 DXT, 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 DE52 DXT registered?

DE52 DXT is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 October 2002.

Is DE52 DXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE52 DXT shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DE52 DXT have outstanding finance?

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