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EA52 PYB

2002 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,122 mi
Last recorded72,122 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2016
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA52 PYB
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2016 72,122 miles

O/S/F Tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 9 Feb 2016 72,119 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

O/S/F Tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 12 Feb 2015 60,827 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 57,669 miles

removed air freshners from front mirror

Pass 20 Mar 2013 53,247 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 20 Mar 2013 53,247 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 44,311 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 31,338 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 23,521 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 22,234 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 19,262 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 16,490 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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EA52 PYB is a 2002 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EA52 PYB, 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 EA52 PYB registered?

EA52 PYB is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 7 November 2002.

Is EA52 PYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA52 PYB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EA52 PYB have outstanding finance?

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