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DK52 VJD

2002 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

108,581 mi
Last recorded108,581 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2016
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK52 VJD
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2016 108,581 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 102,688 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

wipers smeary

Pass 30 Jun 2014 96,077 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 90,530 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 84,044 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 76,028 miles

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

OSF Rack End Slight Play

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 66,816 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 54,843 miles

Check Engine Light On

Pass 16 Jul 2008 34,578 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise handbrake travel

Pass 9 Aug 2007 27,758 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 22,551 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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DK52 VJD is a 2002 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 52,295 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 DK52 VJD, 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 24 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 DK52 VJD registered?

DK52 VJD is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 5 September 2002.

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