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DG05 ELU

2005 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

18,535 mi
Last recorded18,535 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG05 ELU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 18,535 miles

Nearside Front wiper blade split

Offside Front wiper blade split

Pass 1 Jun 2016 17,775 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 16,949 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 15,422 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 14,581 miles

o/s/r tyrestarting to crack on side wall b ut no cords showing

Pass 27 Feb 2012 14,277 miles

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

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

scuffs & splits in tyre walls of o/s/f & o/s/r tyres

Pass 28 Feb 2011 13,733 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Feb 2010 13,007 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 13,007 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 12,237 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 10,371 miles

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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DG05 ELU is a 2005 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2005 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 53,878 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 DG05 ELU, 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 21 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 DG05 ELU?

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What year was DG05 ELU registered?

DG05 ELU is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is DG05 ELU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG05 ELU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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