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DS03 TKE

2003 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

72,874 mi
Last recorded72,874 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS03 TKE
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2017 72,874 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2016 62,772 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 58,098 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2014 56,301 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 54,237 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 51,128 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2011 47,033 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 42,008 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 36,923 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 36,923 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 31,116 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 25,454 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 19,444 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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DS03 TKE is a 2003 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 DS03 TKE, 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.

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What year was DS03 TKE registered?

DS03 TKE is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 3 July 2003.

Is DS03 TKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS03 TKE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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