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FG57 LYS

2007 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

106,535 mi
Last recorded106,535 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2019
Typical for 2007 Kia Rio61,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG57 LYS
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2019 106,535 miles

Offside Front tyre has a cut on outer wall

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all discs and pads getting low

under body slightly corroded

Fail 21 Oct 2019 106,529 miles

Brake performance not tested leak N/S/R caliper (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front tyre has a cut on outer wall

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all discs and pads getting low

under body slightly corroded

Pass 20 Oct 2018 96,092 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front Brake disc(s) worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

under vehicle suspension components corroded

Fail 20 Oct 2018 96,092 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front Brake disc(s) worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

under vehicle suspension components corroded

Pass 20 Oct 2017 88,707 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

both front tyres tread cracking

front brake discs worn/corroded

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

under vehicle components slightly corroded

Pass 18 Oct 2016 72,857 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2016 72,857 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working both front (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 65,310 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 65,310 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 59,182 miles

bonnet cable stiff

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

Pass 11 Oct 2013 49,604 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 40,155 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 33,980 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 26,250 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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FG57 LYS is a 2007 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2007 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 61,149 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 FG57 LYS, 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 19 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FG57 LYS registered?

FG57 LYS is a 2007 Kia Rio, first registered on 24 October 2007.

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