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EY03 LFP

2003 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

78,477 mi
Last recorded78,477 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY03 LFP
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2022 78,477 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside mirror damaged

Fail 20 Sep 2022 78,475 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer and end of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer and end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside mirror damaged

Pass 10 Sep 2021 81,098 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

o/s cv joint worn

o/s mirror held on with cable tie

sills corroded

Fail 9 Sep 2021 81,098 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

o/s cv joint worn

o/s mirror held on with cable tie

sills corroded

Pass 28 Aug 2020 80,914 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 28 Aug 2020 80,914 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 78,277 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2019 78,274 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 75,645 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 69,925 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded All (3.6.B.2c)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Tyre starting to perish

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

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play Both + have a slight noise (2.6.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 65,151 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 58,116 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 52,137 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 43,032 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 35,704 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 33,231 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 28,754 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 28,649 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 23,659 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 22,656 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 13,988 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 13,565 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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EY03 LFP is a 2003 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 EY03 LFP, 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

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What year was EY03 LFP registered?

EY03 LFP is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 3 March 2003.

Is EY03 LFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY03 LFP shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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