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EF55 NXM

2005 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

139,391 mi
Last recorded139,391 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2014
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF55 NXM
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2014 139,391 miles

Coolent level low

Power steering pipe fluid contaminated

Fail 18 Dec 2014 139,391 miles

Coolent level low

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering pipe fluid contaminated

Pass 21 Dec 2013 119,879 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

High level brake light not working

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside rear tyre

Power steering feed pipe fluid contaminated

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Pressure low offside rear tyre

Pass 21 Dec 2012 100,318 miles

High level brake light not working

Fail 14 Dec 2012 100,237 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Engine coolant low

High level brake light not working

Fail 5 Dec 2011 81,396 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 81,396 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 30 Dec 2010 65,797 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 49,514 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 33,915 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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EF55 NXM is a 2005 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2005 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 53,878 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EF55 NXM, 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 21 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 EF55 NXM registered?

EF55 NXM is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 5 December 2005.

Is EF55 NXM safe to buy?

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