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EK07 SZU

2007 Kia Rio

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

106,806 mi
Last recorded106,806 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2018
Typical for 2007 Kia Rio61,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK07 SZU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2018 106,806 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 105,833 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 102,841 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 102,841 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 99,455 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 95,369 miles

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)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 91,340 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Mar 2013 85,199 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 64,577 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 64,577 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 54,060 miles

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

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

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

Fail 8 Mar 2011 54,060 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 45,175 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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EK07 SZU is a 2007 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 EK07 SZU, 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 EK07 SZU registered?

EK07 SZU is a 2007 Kia Rio, first registered on 10 March 2007.

Is EK07 SZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK07 SZU 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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