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FG55 GZD

2005 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

142,484 mi
Last recorded142,484 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 GZD
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2015 142,484 miles

Exhaust system corroded in places

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Just starting to split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 130,925 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 113,782 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 113,266 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2012 95,685 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2012 95,685 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2011 78,481 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 60,890 miles

offside front tyre getting quite low

rear disc pads quite worn

Pass 10 Oct 2009 43,045 miles

rear wiper blade torn

Pass 11 Oct 2008 26,080 miles

offside wiper blade split

Fail 11 Oct 2008 26,080 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

offside wiper blade split

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 GZD is a 2005 Kia Rio in Red 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 GZD, 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 FG55 GZD registered?

FG55 GZD is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 27 October 2005.

Is FG55 GZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG55 GZD shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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