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FP53 WWF

2003 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

68,581 mi
Last recorded68,581 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2010
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP53 WWF
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2010 68,581 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 61,304 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 51,802 miles

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

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

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

cat.internals loose/rattling.

front to rear brake pipes corroding at the rear,recommend attention.

not able to see front brake pads condition.

play in offside rear hub,recommend attention.

rear bumper support damaged nearside.

Pass 3 Nov 2008 51,802 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)

cat.internals loose/rattling.

front to rear brake pipes corroding at the rear,recommend attention.

not able to see front brake pads condition.

play in offside rear hub,recommend attention.

rear bumper support damaged nearside.

Pass 12 Nov 2007 40,307 miles

rear bumper support beam damaged,nearside.

rear exhaust heat shield loose/rattling.

slight corrosion to the front to rear brake pipes at the rear

Fail 12 Nov 2007 40,307 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

rear bumper support beam damaged,nearside.

rear exhaust heat shield loose/rattling.

slight corrosion to the front to rear brake pipes at the rear

Pass 16 Nov 2006 28,094 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2006 28,093 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

offside wiper blade deteriorating

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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FP53 WWF is a 2003 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FP53 WWF, 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

How do I check the history of FP53 WWF?

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What year was FP53 WWF registered?

FP53 WWF is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 25 October 2003.

Is FP53 WWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP53 WWF shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FP53 WWF have outstanding finance?

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