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DU53 UPE

2003 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

37,447 mi
Last recorded37,447 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU53 UPE
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2016 37,447 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills (5.2.6)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 26,888 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 22,230 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 22,230 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 10,895 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 4,922 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 4,643 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 4,153 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 3,310 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 2,469 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 1,823 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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DU53 UPE is a 2003 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DU53 UPE, 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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How do I check the history of DU53 UPE?

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What year was DU53 UPE registered?

DU53 UPE is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is DU53 UPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU53 UPE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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