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DG03 BYM

2003 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2013
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

67,070 mi
Last recorded67,070 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2012
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 BYM
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2012 67,070 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 67,068 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 65,021 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2011 65,018 miles

Nearside Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2010 61,254 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 61,254 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2009 49,905 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 49,905 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Nov 2008 37,977 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 26,048 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 22,027 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 22,027 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 16,847 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 16,847 miles

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

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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DG03 BYM is a 2003 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 DG03 BYM, 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 DG03 BYM registered?

DG03 BYM is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 3 March 2003.

Is DG03 BYM safe to buy?

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