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FT03 JCY

2003 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,707 mi
Last recorded13,707 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 31 Jan 2017 13,707 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 12,743 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 12,501 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 7,636 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 7,588 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

nearside front tyre outer sidewall slight damage and tread low.

Pass 29 Jun 2011 7,404 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 7,102 miles

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

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

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

offside front wiper blade slightly split

Pass 7 Jul 2009 6,769 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 6,412 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 5,538 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 3,699 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 JCY is a 2003 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JCY, 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

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What year was FT03 JCY registered?

FT03 JCY is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is FT03 JCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT03 JCY shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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