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FV52 CPN

2003 Kia Rio

Yellow Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

42,195 mi
Last recorded42,195 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV52 CPN
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2014 42,195 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2014 42,195 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 26,176 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 26,176 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 24,963 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 13 Feb 2013 24,963 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 70,620 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2011 21,864 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2010 20,926 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 20,734 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 16,656 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2007 14,663 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 11,905 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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FV52 CPN is a 2003 Kia Rio in Yellow with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FV52 CPN, 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 FV52 CPN?

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What year was FV52 CPN registered?

FV52 CPN is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 29 January 2003.

Is FV52 CPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV52 CPN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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