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FT03 BCU

2003 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

30,001 mi
Last recorded30,001 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT03 BCU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Oct 2024 30,001 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Front Unable to visually inspect both front brake pads

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2023 18,716 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 16,257 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear of both main (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Nov 2016 16,195 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 16,148 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 16,053 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

near-side wiper split

Pass 28 Jun 2013 15,577 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 15,086 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 23 Jun 2011 14,423 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 13,714 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 12,723 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 10,904 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 9,087 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 6,942 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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FT03 BCU is a 2003 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 FT03 BCU, 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.

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What year was FT03 BCU registered?

FT03 BCU is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 24 June 2003.

Is FT03 BCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT03 BCU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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