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FE57 DZV

2007 Kia Rio

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2020
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

143,384 mi
Last recorded143,384 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2019
Typical for 2007 Kia Rio61,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE57 DZV
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2019 143,384 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill backing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill backing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2019 143,383 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill backing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill backing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 134,127 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front shocker getting corroded on lower spring platform

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front shocker getting corroded on lower spring platform

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear axle assy getting corroded

Fail 30 Aug 2018 134,102 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front shocker getting corroded on lower spring platform

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front shocker getting corroded on lower spring platform

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear axle assy getting corroded

Pass 14 Sep 2017 126,192 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 126,192 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 118,000 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 Sep 2016 117,984 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 109,766 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 109,661 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 101,394 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 93,405 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 93,405 miles

Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 87,019 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 79,400 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 75,369 miles

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

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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FE57 DZV is a 2007 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FE57 DZV, 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 FE57 DZV registered?

FE57 DZV is a 2007 Kia Rio, first registered on 4 September 2007.

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