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GF05 EFG

2005 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

58,378 mi
Last recorded58,378 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 EFG
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 58,378 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front tyre has a chunk out off the sidewall

Nearside Rear tyre is cracked and perished

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front tyre is cracked and perished

Pass 15 Jul 2016 55,542 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 53,091 miles

accident damage n/s/f and o/s/r bumpers also o/s/r door

both front washers part blocked

front pads low

rear heat shield rattling

Fail 21 Jul 2015 53,091 miles

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)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

accident damage n/s/f and o/s/r bumpers also o/s/r door

both front washers part blocked

front pads low

rear heat shield rattling

Pass 25 Jul 2014 50,254 miles

accident damage both rear doors

accident damage front/rear bumpers

Pass 17 Jul 2013 46,463 miles

accident damage front/rear bumpers/both rear doors

clutch worn pedal high

o/s/f tyre perrishing

Fail 17 Jul 2013 46,463 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

accident damage front/rear bumpers/both rear doors

clutch worn pedal high

o/s/f tyre perrishing

Pass 19 Jul 2012 43,270 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

fanbelt/pulleys noisey

Fail 18 Jul 2012 43,260 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

fanbelt/pulleys noisey

Pass 12 Jul 2011 41,241 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 40,366 miles

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

parking brake travel

Fail 23 Mar 2010 40,366 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

parking brake travel

Pass 31 Mar 2009 38,456 miles

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

Slight noise from O/S/R Wheel bearing

Pass 26 Mar 2008 33,782 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

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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GF05 EFG is a 2005 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GF05 EFG, 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 GF05 EFG registered?

GF05 EFG is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is GF05 EFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 EFG shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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