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ET06 ABF

2006 Kia Rio

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

28,023 mi
Last recorded28,023 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 2006 Kia Rio61,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET06 ABF
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 28,023 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2024 28,023 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perished and worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perished and worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perished and worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jun 2023 27,216 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 26,439 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 25,832 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 25,348 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 24,511 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 23,323 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 21,961 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Fail 1 Aug 2017 21,961 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2016 20,546 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 19,098 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 17,743 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 16,466 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 15,255 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 14,029 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 12,286 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 9,685 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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ET06 ABF is a 2006 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2006 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 61,115 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 ET06 ABF, 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 20 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 ET06 ABF registered?

ET06 ABF is a 2006 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 June 2006.

Is ET06 ABF safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET06 ABF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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