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EX53 OTP

2003 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,385 mi
Last recorded39,385 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 OTP
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2021 39,385 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 38,127 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 Sep 2020 38,127 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 36,818 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 35,287 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 33,763 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 31,853 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 31,853 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2015 29,812 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 27,665 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 25,756 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 24,158 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 24,158 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 22,516 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 20,928 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 20,928 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 19,109 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 17,471 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 15,788 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 29 Sep 2006 13,270 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 OTP is a 2003 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OTP, 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 EX53 OTP registered?

EX53 OTP is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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