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FE07 LTF

2007 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2022
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

81,578 mi
Last recorded81,578 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2021
Typical for 2007 Kia Rio61,149 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE07 LTF
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2021 81,578 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and back (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 72,268 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Central, in securing clips. Meet criteria at time of test. Recommend Replacement. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 52,022 miles

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2019 52,022 miles

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 48,630 miles

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

Nearside rear brake slight bind

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 1 Mar 2018 48,587 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Only felt under load (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Discs also heavily corroded (3.5.1g)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly corroded Under vehicle front to rear pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Central Rear Upper stop lamp not working, possibly disconnected

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre also bald on outer edge, no cords showing (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Body has slight damage, no sharp edges

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre also bald on inner edge, no cords showing (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake slightly binding

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

Pass 7 Mar 2017 45,873 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp not working, possibly disconnected

Nearside Rear Body has slight damage but no sharp edges at time of test

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 7 Mar 2017 45,873 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp not working, possibly disconnected

Nearside Rear Body has slight damage but no sharp edges at time of test

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 11 Mar 2016 43,565 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 41,340 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 Mar 2015 41,340 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 14 Mar 2014 39,206 miles

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

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front number plate cracked.

Fail 14 Mar 2014 39,206 miles

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

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front number plate cracked.

Fail 5 Mar 2013 36,881 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

front brake pads look slightly starting to wear low.

front number plate cracked.

Pass 5 Mar 2013 36,881 miles

front brake pads look slightly starting to wear low.

front number plate cracked.

Pass 13 Mar 2012 32,973 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 26,598 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 19,426 miles

front brake discs worn

Fail 10 Mar 2010 19,426 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake discs worn.

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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FE07 LTF is a 2007 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2007 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 61,149 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FE07 LTF, 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 19 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FE07 LTF registered?

FE07 LTF is a 2007 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 March 2007.

Is FE07 LTF safe to buy?

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