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DF53 FFZ

2003 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

83,798 mi
Last recorded83,798 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2009
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 FFZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Jan 2009 83,798 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

OIL LEVEL LOW

Pass 29 Jan 2009 83,798 miles

OIL LEVEL LOW

Pass 6 Jan 2007 59,401 miles

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

Fail 5 Jan 2007 59,401 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

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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DF53 FFZ is a 2003 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DF53 FFZ, 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

How do I check the history of DF53 FFZ?

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What year was DF53 FFZ registered?

DF53 FFZ is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is DF53 FFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 FFZ shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DF53 FFZ have outstanding finance?

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