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FL55 KXU

2005 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

58,106 mi
Last recorded58,106 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL55 KXU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2021 58,106 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 58,029 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 56,077 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2019 56,077 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 54,971 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2017 52,197 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 47,996 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 47,996 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 43,331 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jan 2014 38,151 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 38,151 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 32,625 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 27,578 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 25,592 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 25,592 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 20,206 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 18,953 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 13,822 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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FL55 KXU is a 2005 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FL55 KXU, 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 FL55 KXU registered?

FL55 KXU is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is FL55 KXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL55 KXU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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