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DY07 VSO

2007 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

114,523 mi
Last recorded114,523 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2022
Typical for 2007 Kia Rio61,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY07 VSO
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2022 114,523 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 104,061 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

steering tight on inspection

Pass 11 Nov 2020 92,572 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Nov 2020 92,568 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 73,721 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 Oct 2019 73,715 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 60,370 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2018 60,366 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 44,535 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2016 35,427 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 31,637 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 29,207 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 26,451 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 21,638 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 21,638 miles

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

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

Offside rear tyre perished

Pass 27 Sep 2011 17,671 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Sep 2010 13,728 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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DY07 VSO is a 2007 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2007 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 61,149 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 DY07 VSO, 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 19 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY07 VSO registered?

DY07 VSO is a 2007 Kia Rio, first registered on 22 March 2007.

Is DY07 VSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY07 VSO shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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