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EX53 OTL

2003 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,314 mi
Last recorded42,314 miles
Recorded on1 May 2012
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 OTL
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 1 May 2012 42,314 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 7 Feb 2011 36,325 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 32,359 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 30,038 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 25,696 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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EX53 OTL is a 2003 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EX53 OTL, 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

How do I check the history of EX53 OTL?

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What year was EX53 OTL registered?

EX53 OTL is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is EX53 OTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 OTL shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX53 OTL have outstanding finance?

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