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FY55 XRL

2005 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,755 mi
Last recorded77,755 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 XRL
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2016 77,755 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

nearside fron steering rack arm slight play

rear seat belts not checked child seats fitted

Pass 21 Apr 2015 75,527 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 72,093 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 26 Mar 2014 72,093 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 59,864 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 59,864 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 50,866 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 49,010 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 39,195 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 39,195 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Fail 27 Mar 2009 33,759 miles

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 33,759 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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FY55 XRL is a 2005 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FY55 XRL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FY55 XRL?

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What year was FY55 XRL registered?

FY55 XRL is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 17 October 2005.

Is FY55 XRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 XRL shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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