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DE53 HJG

2003 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,396 mi
Last recorded50,396 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 HJG
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 50,396 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 46,396 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2016 46,370 miles

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

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

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 41,735 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 37,599 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2014 37,590 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2013 33,063 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Oct 2012 29,929 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2011 27,247 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 27,247 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 24,094 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2009 19,388 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 14,253 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)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 9,023 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 4,880 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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DE53 HJG is a 2003 Kia Rio in Blue 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 DE53 HJG, 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 DE53 HJG registered?

DE53 HJG is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is DE53 HJG safe to buy?

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