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GF02 LZX

2002 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

51,642 mi
Last recorded51,642 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2010
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF02 LZX
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2010 51,642 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 47,231 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 47,231 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 42,167 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 14 Aug 2008 42,167 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2007 37,376 miles

exhaust heat shield clip broken

Fail 15 Aug 2007 37,376 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

exhaust heat shield clip broken

Pass 22 Aug 2006 31,108 miles

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

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

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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GF02 LZX is a 2002 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 GF02 LZX, 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

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What year was GF02 LZX registered?

GF02 LZX is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 June 2002.

Is GF02 LZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF02 LZX shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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