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FM07 ETR

2007 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

111,376 mi
Last recorded111,376 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2017
Typical for 2007 Kia Rio61,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM07 ETR
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2017 111,376 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Fail 26 Oct 2017 111,344 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 28 Oct 2016 92,498 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

both front tyres are worn smooth on the inner edges

Fail 28 Oct 2016 92,498 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jun 2015 78,660 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 78,659 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 70,933 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES SHOWING WEAR ON EDGES

REAR BRAKE DISCS SHOWING QUITE HEAVY CORROSION ON INNER FACES

REAR BRAKE PADS SEEM TO BE GETTING LOW BUT DIFFICULT TO INSPECT WITH WHEELS IN PLACE

Fail 30 Jun 2014 70,883 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

BOTH FRONT TYRES SHOWING WEAR ON EDGES

REAR BRAKE DISCS SHOWING QUITE HEAVY CORROSION ON INNER FACES

REAR BRAKE PADS SEEM TO BE GETTING LOW BUT DIFFICULT TO INSPECT WITH WHEELS IN PLACE

Pass 3 Jul 2013 65,052 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 65,052 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2012 50,066 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 35,439 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 35,439 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 26,396 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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FM07 ETR is a 2007 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2007 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 61,149 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 FM07 ETR, 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 19 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FM07 ETR registered?

FM07 ETR is a 2007 Kia Rio, first registered on 27 June 2007.

Is FM07 ETR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM07 ETR shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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