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EF56 TLK

2006 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

107,759 mi
Last recorded107,759 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2019
Typical for 2006 Kia Rio61,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF56 TLK
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2019 107,759 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2019 107,759 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2018 94,660 miles

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

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

front sub frame corroded slightly

Pass 26 Jan 2017 86,030 miles

corrosion and wear on brake discs

Fail 25 Jan 2017 86,029 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

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

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

corrosion and wear on brake discs

Pass 5 Dec 2015 69,300 miles

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

Fail 5 Dec 2015 69,300 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2014 45,757 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 35,871 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Dec 2012 33,072 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 31,480 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 29,929 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 28,268 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

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

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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EF56 TLK is a 2006 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2006 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 61,115 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 EF56 TLK, 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 20 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 EF56 TLK registered?

EF56 TLK is a 2006 Kia Rio, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is EF56 TLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF56 TLK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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