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EJ07 SPU

2007 Kia Rio

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,713 mi
Last recorded48,713 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Kia Rio61,149 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ07 SPU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 48,713 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 43,810 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 37,732 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 30,016 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 22,620 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2021 22,620 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2020 15,311 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2020 15,311 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 15,234 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 14,984 miles

Fuel filling hose slightly misted with fuel

Pass 4 Apr 2017 14,192 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 14,192 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 13,239 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 12,242 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

unable to fully inspect brakes through wheels

Pass 16 Apr 2014 11,202 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

all tyres starting to perish

Pass 10 Apr 2013 10,154 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 9,210 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 7,407 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 7,407 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 5,808 miles

slight fuel dampness on filler pipe

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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EJ07 SPU is a 2007 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2007 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 61,149 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 EJ07 SPU, 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 19 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EJ07 SPU registered?

EJ07 SPU is a 2007 Kia Rio, first registered on 26 April 2007.

Is EJ07 SPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ07 SPU shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EJ07 SPU have outstanding finance?

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