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FL55 KYP

2005 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

55,050 mi
Last recorded55,050 miles
Recorded on29 May 2015
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL55 KYP
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2015 55,050 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 55,038 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 43,047 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 35,406 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 31,372 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 31,372 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2011 26,404 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 26,404 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 May 2010 22,339 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 19,788 miles

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

nearside front wiper slightly deteriorated

offside front wiper slightly deteriorated

Pass 7 Oct 2008 14,441 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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FL55 KYP is a 2005 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KYP, 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 KYP registered?

FL55 KYP is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 21 October 2005.

Is FL55 KYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL55 KYP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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