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DS03 RMZ

2003 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

60,594 mi
Last recorded60,594 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS03 RMZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2013 60,594 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

cracks in sidewall .not showing canvas

Fail 5 Jan 2012 56,525 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 56,525 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 52,651 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 48,253 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2010 48,200 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 43,950 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 39,120 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 27,506 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 27,506 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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DS03 RMZ is a 2003 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 DS03 RMZ, 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 DS03 RMZ registered?

DS03 RMZ is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 16 July 2003.

Is DS03 RMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS03 RMZ shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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