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FV07 YCT

2007 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

88,272 mi
Last recorded88,272 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Kia Rio61,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV07 YCT
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 88,272 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2025 79,379 miles

High level brake light inop

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed 1.5mm approx (7.1.2 (b))

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

Fail 29 Apr 2025 79,379 miles

High level brake light inop

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed 1.5mm approx (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 May 2024 71,418 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 May 2024 71,418 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 May 2023 63,690 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 May 2022 55,832 miles
Fail 20 May 2022 55,832 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2021 49,116 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 May 2021 49,116 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 45,777 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 38,395 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 30,721 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 29,845 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2017 29,845 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 25 May 2016 28,205 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 26,466 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 24,578 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 24,578 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 May 2013 22,355 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)

Pass 10 May 2012 20,186 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 17,396 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 15,950 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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FV07 YCT is a 2007 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2007 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 61,149 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 FV07 YCT, 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 19 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV07 YCT registered?

FV07 YCT is a 2007 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 May 2007.

Is FV07 YCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV07 YCT shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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