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DK03 NVP

2003 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

88,701 mi
Last recorded88,701 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2011
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK03 NVP
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2011 88,701 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 88,695 miles

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

Nearside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b) DANGEROUS

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Apr 2010 76,557 miles

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

screw o/s/r tyre

Fail 8 Apr 2010 76,557 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

screw o/s/r tyre

Pass 16 Mar 2009 65,163 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 55,262 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 55,262 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 43,987 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 43,987 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 32,779 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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DK03 NVP is a 2003 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DK03 NVP, 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 DK03 NVP registered?

DK03 NVP is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is DK03 NVP safe to buy?

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