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EK51 EGJ

2001 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

80,082 mi
Last recorded80,082 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2012
Typical for 2001 Kia Rio55,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK51 EGJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2012 80,082 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

o/s wiper blade split

Pass 30 Dec 2011 73,220 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 64,103 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside front tyre wearing thin

Fail 11 Jan 2011 64,103 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside front tyre wearing thin

Pass 13 Jan 2010 59,695 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 51,513 miles

Oil leak

damage to n/s/r steel wheel outer edge

Fail 6 Jan 2009 51,513 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Oil leak

damage to n/s/r steel wheel outer edge

Pass 8 Jan 2008 45,682 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2008 45,682 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 Dec 2006 40,388 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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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EK51 EGJ is a 2001 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2001 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 55,490 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 EK51 EGJ, 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 25 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 EK51 EGJ registered?

EK51 EGJ is a 2001 Kia Rio, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is EK51 EGJ safe to buy?

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