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FL03 FSJ

2003 Kia Rio

Green Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,116 mi
Last recorded51,116 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL03 FSJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 20 Feb 2016 51,116 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 49,791 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 48,491 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 47,633 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 46,479 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 45,591 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 44,312 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 42,775 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 40,543 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 39,229 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 37,312 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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FL03 FSJ is a 2003 Kia Rio in Green with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 50,191 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 FL03 FSJ, 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 23 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 FL03 FSJ registered?

FL03 FSJ is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 11 March 2003.

Is FL03 FSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL03 FSJ shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FL03 FSJ have outstanding finance?

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