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FV54 WMF

2005 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

110,689 mi
Last recorded110,689 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV54 WMF
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2016 110,689 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 28 Jan 2016 110,689 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2015 107,173 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 103,550 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2013 99,616 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 95,161 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 90,800 miles

Oil leak

Fail 25 Jan 2011 90,799 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Feb 2010 77,906 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 62,378 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 46,003 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 46,003 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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FV54 WMF is a 2005 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FV54 WMF, 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.

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What year was FV54 WMF registered?

FV54 WMF is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 24 February 2005.

Is FV54 WMF safe to buy?

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