MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
89,209 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Power steering pump leaking pump area. (2.1.5 (a))
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front suspension very soft/bouncy.
alternator belt coming apart.
engine oil leaks.
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Items removed from driver's view prior to test from mirror. ()
Nearside Front lower arm front bush poor condition.
Offside Front lower arm front bush in poor condition.
Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)
Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Items removed from driver's view prior to test from mirror. ()
Nearside Front lower arm front bush poor condition.
Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Offside Front lower arm front bush in poor condition.
Offside Front retracting mechanism worn
Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
Offside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.2.C.1g)
Offside Front Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Front retracting mechanism worn
Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
rear disc,s slightly scored
rear disc,s slightly scored
Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Kia Rio?
Based on 1,637,344 MOT tests across 141,212 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FG55 EOT is a 2005 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.
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 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 FG55 EOT, 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 EOT registered?
FG55 EOT is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 8 October 2005.
Is FG55 EOT safe to buy?
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