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EX55 UEP

2005 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

65,016 mi
Last recorded65,016 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 UEP
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 65,016 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 64,123 miles

Rear Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s/o/s

Fail 30 Oct 2024 64,095 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s/o/s

Pass 30 Oct 2023 57,610 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 46,386 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 43,705 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 41,946 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2020 41,946 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 40,072 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 37,717 miles

front tyres low inner edges x2

Pass 23 Oct 2017 34,948 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 32,468 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 29,797 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2015 29,797 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2014 27,167 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2013 24,777 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 19 Oct 2012 21,653 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 18,843 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2010 15,745 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 15,745 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 13,277 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 9,398 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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EX55 UEP is a 2005 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 53,878 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 EX55 UEP, 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 21 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 EX55 UEP?

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What year was EX55 UEP registered?

EX55 UEP is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 17 October 2005.

Is EX55 UEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 UEP shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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