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DY52 WJE

2002 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

78,800 mi
Last recorded78,800 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2013
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY52 WJE
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2013 78,800 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 64,680 miles

Both front tyres - tread starting to wear low.

N/S/F tyre has chunk of rubber missing from sidewall, no cords showing.

O/S/R wheel bearing has slight play.

Rear no.plate slightly faded.

handbrake lever travel high.

Fail 27 Jun 2012 64,680 miles

Rear no.plate slightly faded.

handbrake lever travel high.

Both front tyres - tread starting to wear low.

N/S/F tyre has chunk of rubber missing from sidewall, no cords showing.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

O/S/R wheel bearing has slight play.

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 51,051 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

ecu fault light on

n/s/f tyre side wall has marking from kerbside

Pass 18 Jun 2010 43,956 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 43,956 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2009 30,414 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 24,880 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 21,614 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2007 21,614 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 18,773 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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DY52 WJE is a 2002 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 DY52 WJE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY52 WJE registered?

DY52 WJE is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 29 November 2002.

Is DY52 WJE safe to buy?

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