CarVerify

Free Car Check

DG05 WEV

2005 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

47,266 mi
Last recorded47,266 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2011
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kia
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG05 WEV
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2011 47,266 miles

N/s rear tyre has cracks in the tread and sidewall

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

O/s rear brake drum damp with fluid

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

n/s front tyre has cracks in both sidewalls and in the tread

Fail 28 Mar 2011 47,266 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

N/s rear tyre has cracks in the tread and sidewall

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

O/s rear brake drum damp with fluid

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

n/s front tyre has cracks in both sidewalls and in the tread

Pass 30 Mar 2010 41,103 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 41,103 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2009 33,916 miles

N/S Rear tyre cracking on outer side wall

Fail 18 Mar 2008 24,474 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Unable to check wheel nuts trims fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2008 24,474 miles

Unable to check wheel nuts trims fitted

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
Full Kia Rio reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DG05 WEV is a 2005 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 DG05 WEV, 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 WEV?

You can check the full history of DG05 WEV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DG05 WEV registered?

DG05 WEV is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is DG05 WEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG05 WEV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DG05 WEV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DG05 WEV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.