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FG05 NLT

2005 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,639 mi
Last recorded47,639 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 NLT
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2016 47,639 miles

oil leak on engine

Pass 24 Mar 2015 46,143 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 43,054 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 39,640 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 36,229 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 32,705 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 29,940 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 26,815 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 19,675 miles

engine management light on

rear wiper blade split

slight travel on hand brake lever suggest adjust

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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FG05 NLT is a 2005 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FG05 NLT, 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

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What year was FG05 NLT registered?

FG05 NLT is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is FG05 NLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG05 NLT shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FG05 NLT have outstanding finance?

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