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GF05 GCX

2005 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

68,945 mi
Last recorded68,945 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 68,945 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 63,328 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 63,328 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2015 58,020 miles

heat shield loose

n/s door mirror damaged

no spare wheel

Fail 22 Jun 2015 58,020 miles

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

heat shield loose

n/s door mirror damaged

no spare wheel

Pass 5 Jul 2014 54,911 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 51,423 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 46,434 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 41,409 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 33,113 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 21,699 miles

Centre Rear Bonded suspension unit damaged but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 20,597 miles

handbrake 13 clicks, strongly advise brake service/ inspection. screw in o/s/r tyre tread.

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 GCX is a 2005 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GCX, 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

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What year was GF05 GCX registered?

GF05 GCX is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 7 June 2005.

Is GF05 GCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 GCX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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