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EX03 XCE

2003 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

48,010 mi
Last recorded48,010 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2011
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 XCE
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2011 48,010 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)

both front brake discs worn and corroded

near side rear outer sil damaged no corrosion or sharp edges at present

screan marked not obstructing drivers view at present

Fail 26 Jul 2011 47,908 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

both front brake discs worn

both front tyres worn to 1.6mm limit on inner edges 175/65x14t

n/s/r tyre slightly perished

Pass 28 Jul 2010 39,515 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 39,515 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 30,083 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 30,083 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 24,137 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2008 24,035 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2007 16,019 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 12,118 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 11,802 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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EX03 XCE is a 2003 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EX03 XCE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX03 XCE registered?

EX03 XCE is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 3 March 2003.

Is EX03 XCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX03 XCE shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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