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FJ51 KTA

2001 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

25,527 mi
Last recorded25,527 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Kia Rio55,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ51 KTA
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2016 25,527 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 18 Aug 2016 25,470 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front tyre has uneven wear and is cracking in tread

Oil leak ()

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 23,795 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 21,908 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 20,000 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 18,470 miles

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

slight bind on front brakes

Pass 27 Aug 2011 16,218 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 14,278 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 11,503 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 8,699 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 8,451 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 7,921 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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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FJ51 KTA is a 2001 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2001 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 55,490 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 FJ51 KTA, 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 25 years old, this Kia Rio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ51 KTA registered?

FJ51 KTA is a 2001 Kia Rio, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is FJ51 KTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ51 KTA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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