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EX53 UFE

2003 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,803 mi
Last recorded52,803 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2012
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 UFE
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2012 52,803 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 45,710 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 37,753 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 37,753 miles

Nearside Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 35,469 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 28,575 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 UFE is a 2003 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UFE, 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 UFE?

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What year was EX53 UFE registered?

EX53 UFE is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is EX53 UFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 UFE shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX53 UFE have outstanding finance?

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