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EJ52 HOA

2002 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

80,029 mi
Last recorded80,029 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2015
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ52 HOA
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2015 80,029 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 74,375 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Dec 2013 68,084 miles

Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 13 Dec 2013 68,084 miles

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

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

Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 62,607 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 57,012 miles

results for gas test> co-0.12% hc-26ppm lambda-1.002

Fail 10 Dec 2011 57,012 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

results for gas test> co-0.12% hc-26ppm lambda-1.002

Pass 11 Dec 2010 52,943 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2009 48,584 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 42,024 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 35,201 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 9 Dec 2006 29,695 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2006 29,695 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 6 Dec 2005 23,655 miles

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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EJ52 HOA is a 2002 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 EJ52 HOA, 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 EJ52 HOA registered?

EJ52 HOA is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 December 2002.

Is EJ52 HOA safe to buy?

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