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DG57 FFV

2007 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

93,400 mi
Last recorded93,400 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2018
Typical for 2007 Kia Rio61,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG57 FFV
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2018 93,400 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 26 Jan 2018 93,400 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Jan 2017 81,169 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine oil leak all round

Pass 29 Jan 2016 74,280 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Jan 2016 74,280 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 63,972 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 63,972 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 53,202 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Jan 2014 53,202 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2013 46,732 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

childseat fitted to n/s/rear

n/s/front mirror glass broken

n/s/rear tyre becoming worn

slight front brake imbalance

Fail 28 Feb 2013 46,732 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

childseat fitted to n/s/rear

n/s/front mirror glass broken

n/s/rear tyre becoming worn

slight front brake imbalance

Fail 29 Feb 2012 39,607 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

n/s/front mirror glass broken

o/s/front tyre worn on inner edge

windscreen washers poor and low on pressure

Pass 29 Feb 2012 39,607 miles

n/s/front mirror glass broken

o/s/front tyre worn on inner edge

windscreen washers poor and low on pressure

Pass 9 Dec 2010 29,198 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

childseat fitted to n/s/rear

n/s/front door mirror glass broken

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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DG57 FFV is a 2007 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2007 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 61,149 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 DG57 FFV, 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 19 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DG57 FFV registered?

DG57 FFV is a 2007 Kia Rio, first registered on 10 September 2007.

Is DG57 FFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG57 FFV shows 14 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.

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