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FV53 WBY

2003 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,951 mi
Last recorded71,951 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2012
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio50,191 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 WBY
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 12 Dec 2012 71,951 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 65,242 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 55,651 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 45,416 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 35,302 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 27,786 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 22,201 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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FV53 WBY is a 2003 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 FV53 WBY, 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 FV53 WBY?

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What year was FV53 WBY registered?

FV53 WBY is a 2003 Kia Rio, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is FV53 WBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV53 WBY shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV53 WBY have outstanding finance?

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