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FG03 YBV

2003 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

55,708 mi
Last recorded55,708 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG03 YBV
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2018 55,708 miles

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Jul 2017 51,499 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 29 Jun 2017 51,499 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 44,288 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 39,271 miles

offside front tyre wearing

Pass 25 Mar 2014 35,074 miles

headlight patterns

nearside rear wheel bearing slight noise

Pass 26 Mar 2013 32,245 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 22,922 miles

front pads wearing

oil leak from engine bay

Pass 21 Mar 2011 12,172 miles

both front tyres wearing

Pass 2 Mar 2010 3,765 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 3,373 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 2,889 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 2,435 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 1,983 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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FG03 YBV is a 2003 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FG03 YBV, 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 FG03 YBV registered?

FG03 YBV is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is FG03 YBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG03 YBV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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