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EP03 OMF

2003 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

71,837 mi
Last recorded71,837 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEP03 OMF
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 71,837 miles

Light underbody corrison

Pass 30 Apr 2018 61,423 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 55,035 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 48,849 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2015 42,298 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 38,315 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 37,726 miles

Both rear and o/s/f tyres are starting to crack.

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

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

Fail 25 Feb 2013 37,726 miles

Both rear and o/s/f tyres are starting to crack.

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 37,193 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 36,014 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2010 34,778 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 34,768 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 34,386 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 31,638 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 27,425 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 23,610 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 20,320 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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EP03 OMF is a 2003 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2003 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 50,191 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 EP03 OMF, 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 23 years old, this Kia Rio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EP03 OMF registered?

EP03 OMF is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 5 August 2003.

Is EP03 OMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EP03 OMF shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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