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FV55 BVE

2005 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

114,362 mi
Last recorded114,362 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 BVE
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 114,362 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2024 112,051 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2024 112,045 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Oct 2023 109,129 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 105,454 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material IN CLIP NR TANK (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material IN CLIP NR TANK (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 101,569 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Oct 2021 101,559 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring broken (1.6 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 97,683 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 92,410 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2019 92,385 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 83,323 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 75,469 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 67,861 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 59,597 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2014 54,629 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 49,518 miles

Oil leak

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 31 Oct 2013 49,445 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Oil leak

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 1 Nov 2012 45,858 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Oct 2011 42,167 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Oct 2010 40,284 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 40,284 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 37,157 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 21,886 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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FV55 BVE is a 2005 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 FV55 BVE, 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 FV55 BVE registered?

FV55 BVE is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 11 November 2005.

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