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FY57 NCZ

2007 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

94,776 mi
Last recorded94,776 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Kia Rio61,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY57 NCZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 94,776 miles

Vehicle has been under sealed

Pass 29 Jul 2024 92,821 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 90,797 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 88,342 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 85,663 miles

Central brake light not working

Pass 7 Aug 2020 82,863 miles

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

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

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

centre stop light not working

Pass 22 Jul 2019 79,515 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 75,485 miles

Spare tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 31 Jul 2018 75,485 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Spare tyre worn on inner edge

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 70,886 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 65,278 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 50,736 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing low on tread (3mm)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2014 35,669 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 25,723 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 22,194 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2012 22,194 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 18,657 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 12,668 miles

All 4 tyres cracking in tread area

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

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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FY57 NCZ is a 2007 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2007 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 61,149 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 FY57 NCZ, 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 19 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY57 NCZ registered?

FY57 NCZ is a 2007 Kia Rio, first registered on 21 September 2007.

Is FY57 NCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY57 NCZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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