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FY02 DWU

2002 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,125 mi
Last recorded57,125 miles
Recorded on10 May 2007
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY02 DWU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 10 May 2007 57,125 miles

n\s wiper rubber splitting

Pass 4 May 2006 43,977 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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FY02 DWU is a 2002 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,343cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 52,295 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 FY02 DWU, 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 24 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 FY02 DWU?

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What year was FY02 DWU registered?

FY02 DWU is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 11 May 2002.

Is FY02 DWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY02 DWU shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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