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FV05 VGN

2005 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,125 mi
Last recorded59,125 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 VGN
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2018 59,125 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 55,936 miles

slight cracking on wall of front tyres

Pass 15 Jun 2016 51,779 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 47,635 miles

offside front wiper split

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 43,426 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre worn outer edge

offside rear tyre worn inner edge

Pass 19 Jun 2013 39,100 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 260,656 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 31,466 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 26,702 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 22,468 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 17,039 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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FV05 VGN is a 2005 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 FV05 VGN, 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 FV05 VGN registered?

FV05 VGN is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is FV05 VGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV05 VGN 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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