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FG55 BZA

2005 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

139,908 mi
Last recorded139,908 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 BZA
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016 139,908 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (3.5.1i)

Fail 30 Sep 2016 139,908 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 133,054 miles

Nearside tyre treads wearing low

front and rear brake discs deteriorating

Pass 25 Sep 2014 127,263 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear wiper blade worn

slight damage to n/s mirror

Pass 11 Jul 2013 120,146 miles

both front tyre sidewalls deteriorating

front brake discs deteriorating

oil leak

rear wiper blade split

Pass 19 Apr 2012 119,242 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

clutch heavy

spare tyre deflated

Fail 19 Apr 2012 119,242 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

clutch heavy

spare tyre deflated

Pass 11 Apr 2011 118,397 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 117,245 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 115,673 miles

number plate lights nearside and offside show a dim light

offside rear tyre wearing on inside edge of tread

Fail 21 Apr 2009 115,673 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

number plate lights nearside and offside show a dim light

offside rear tyre wearing on inside edge of tread

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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FG55 BZA is a 2005 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FG55 BZA, 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.

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What year was FG55 BZA registered?

FG55 BZA is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 5 October 2005.

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