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DX51 LTZ

2001 Kia Rio

Green Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

47,649 mi
Last recorded47,649 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 Kia Rio55,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 LTZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2016 47,649 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2016 47,645 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 23 Dec 2015 43,236 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2015 43,236 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2014 38,795 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2013 33,103 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2012 29,149 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 27,065 miles

Front wiper blades split slightly.

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

Fail 16 Sep 2011 27,065 miles

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

Front wiper blades split slightly.

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 25,231 miles

Oil leak

nearside front tyre inner tread area devoid of tread (i.e.BALD)

offside & nearside front wiper blades ends split.

Pass 25 Sep 2009 23,437 miles

nearside front tyre inner tread area devoid of tread (i.e.'BALD')

Fail 18 Sep 2009 23,399 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

nearside front tyre inner tread area devoid of tread (i.e.'BALD')

Pass 19 Sep 2008 21,493 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 19,382 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 19,382 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 18,314 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2005 17,437 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 LTZ is a 2001 Kia Rio in Green with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2001 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 55,490 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 DX51 LTZ, 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 25 years old, this Kia Rio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DX51 LTZ?

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What year was DX51 LTZ registered?

DX51 LTZ is a 2001 Kia Rio, first registered on 5 October 2001.

Is DX51 LTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX51 LTZ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DX51 LTZ have outstanding finance?

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