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DS05 EUJ

2005 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

96,532 mi
Last recorded96,532 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS05 EUJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Aug 2016 96,532 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both fronts (3.5.1i)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

n/s o/s rear brake pipes rusty

Pass 9 Sep 2015 91,532 miles

Front brake discs low

Nearside Front Tyre has cut on side wall but not showing cords

Nearside Rear Slightly binding

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

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

Fail 24 Aug 2015 91,357 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2014 86,009 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 78,858 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 71,264 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 62,537 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both front and nearside rear tyres unevenly worn

recommend tracking check

Pass 1 Jul 2010 52,191 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 41,382 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 31,085 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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DS05 EUJ is a 2005 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 53,878 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 DS05 EUJ, 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 21 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 DS05 EUJ registered?

DS05 EUJ is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is DS05 EUJ safe to buy?

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