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FM54 HNH

2005 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

79,596 mi
Last recorded79,596 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM54 HNH
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2019 79,596 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2019 79,589 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded too flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 73,862 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 6 Nov 2017 73,862 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Dec 2016 69,848 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2016 69,848 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Dec 2016 69,848 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 64,239 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 59,562 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Jan 2014 53,774 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2014 53,774 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 46,939 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 40,736 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 35,415 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 30,290 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 24,740 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 19,720 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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FM54 HNH is a 2005 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 FM54 HNH, 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 FM54 HNH registered?

FM54 HNH is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 19 January 2005.

Is FM54 HNH safe to buy?

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