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DS52 DNE

2002 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,355 mi
Last recorded65,355 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2009
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS52 DNE
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 19 Nov 2009 65,355 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2008 57,119 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2007 48,634 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 39,628 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

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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DS52 DNE is a 2002 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 DS52 DNE, 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 DS52 DNE registered?

DS52 DNE is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 16 September 2002.

Is DS52 DNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS52 DNE shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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