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EA02 KZR

2002 Kia Rio

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

103,374 mi
Last recorded103,374 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2023
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA02 KZR
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2023 103,374 miles

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2023 103,374 miles

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 99,600 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 69,511 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 92,403 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 87,560 miles

headlamp lenses deteriorating

Fail 1 Apr 2019 87,560 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

headlamp lenses deteriorating

Pass 28 Mar 2018 85,107 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 83,018 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 80,838 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 77,283 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 77,225 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 75,039 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 71,247 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2012 67,624 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 61,936 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 54,662 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 47,838 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 40,258 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 34,325 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 27,225 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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EA02 KZR is a 2002 Kia Rio in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EA02 KZR, 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

How do I check the history of EA02 KZR?

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What year was EA02 KZR registered?

EA02 KZR is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 26 April 2002.

Is EA02 KZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA02 KZR shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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