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DV03 LXH

2003 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

54,073 mi
Last recorded54,073 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV03 LXH
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 54,073 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer sill has heavy corrosion but not holed

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Jan 2026 54,072 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer sill has heavy corrosion but not holed

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 50,193 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Jan 2025 50,193 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2022 42,568 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2021 36,560 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 29,768 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 18,485 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 17,671 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2018 17,651 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 22 May 2017 16,693 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 15,649 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 14,389 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 14,389 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2014 12,984 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 May 2014 12,984 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 12,140 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 11,183 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 11,183 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 May 2011 10,026 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 9,107 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 7,750 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 May 2009 7,750 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 6,706 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 5,786 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 4,894 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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DV03 LXH is a 2003 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 DV03 LXH, 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 DV03 LXH registered?

DV03 LXH is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 23 May 2003.

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The MOT history for DV03 LXH shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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