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DX51 LNR

2002 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

36,826 mi
Last recorded36,826 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2016
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 LNR
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2016 36,826 miles

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

oil leak

Fail 4 Jan 2016 36,810 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexi (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

oil leak

Pass 12 Jan 2015 34,381 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 10 Jan 2015 34,372 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 31,375 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine oil leak

gearbox oil leak

Fail 6 Jan 2014 31,375 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine oil leak

gearbox oil leak

Pass 7 Jan 2013 28,371 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 7 Jan 2013 28,371 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 25,718 miles

ALL BRAKE PIPES HEAVILY UNDERSEALED/GREASED

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

HAND BRAKE LONG

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

OFFSIDE REAR WHEEL ARCH CORRODED

OIL LEAK ON ENGINE AND GEARBOX

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 22,050 miles

BRAKE PIPES UNDERSEALED AND STARTING TO CORROD

HAND BRAKE LONG

N/S/R TYRE OUTER EDGE ON 2MM

Fail 7 Jan 2011 22,050 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

BRAKE PIPES UNDERSEALED AND STARTING TO CORROD

HAND BRAKE LONG

N/S/R TYRE OUTER EDGE ON 2MM

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Jan 2010 18,677 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

belongings in boot

Pass 7 Jan 2009 15,833 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 15,583 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2008 15,583 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 2 Jan 2007 15,361 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2005 15,110 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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DX51 LNR is a 2002 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DX51 LNR, 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.

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What year was DX51 LNR registered?

DX51 LNR is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 18 January 2002.

Is DX51 LNR safe to buy?

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