MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
73,942 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
offside rear tyre starting to go out of shape
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
offside rear tyre starting to go out of shape
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
rear seat base loose †both front tyres bald on edges (close to legal limit)
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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FL53 FND is a 2003 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
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 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 FL53 FND, 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 FL53 FND registered?
FL53 FND is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 September 2003.
Is FL53 FND safe to buy?
The MOT history for FL53 FND shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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