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EX53 STZ

2003 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

113,705 mi
Last recorded113,705 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2016 113,705 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 105,035 miles

Brake pedal rubber split slightly

Front no. plate cracked slightly

Offside rear foot and handbrake efforts lag

Oil leak nearside front

Pass 29 Sep 2014 103,452 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 98,446 miles

Oil leak

nearside rear tyre wearing low inner shoulder

rumble from nearside rear wheel bearing

Fail 18 Sep 2013 98,436 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

nearside rear tyre wearing low inner shoulder

rumble from nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 25 Sep 2012 91,946 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre tread

Nearside front tyre outer sidewall damaged slightly

Pass 27 Sep 2011 85,925 miles

Nearside rear wheel bearing starting to feel slightly rough

Offside rear brake binding on slightly

Slight play in both rear wheel bearings

Pass 28 Sep 2010 78,763 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 72,249 miles

Handbrake travel high

Nearside front tyre tread wearing low

Slight whine from nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 18 Sep 2008 62,283 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 62,283 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 50,577 miles

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

Nearside front and rear wiper blade split slightly

Srew in offside rear tyre tread

Pass 18 Sep 2006 38,783 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 STZ is a 2003 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 STZ, 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 STZ?

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What year was EX53 STZ registered?

EX53 STZ is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is EX53 STZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 STZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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