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GF05 UHJ

2005 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2018
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

121,680 mi
Last recorded121,680 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2017 121,680 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 2 Sep 2017 121,680 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Sep 2016 106,109 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2016 106,108 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Pass 12 May 2015 96,577 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edge

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 12 May 2015 96,577 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edge

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 May 2014 93,262 miles

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

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

Fail 22 May 2014 93,262 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 23 May 2013 81,691 miles

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)

outer sidewall of offrside rear tyre perished

Pass 24 May 2012 73,591 miles

outer sidewall of offside rear tyre badly perished

Fail 24 May 2012 73,591 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

outer sidewall of offside rear tyre badly perished

Pass 25 May 2011 69,194 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 69,194 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Apr 2010 61,082 miles

Engine light on

Pass 18 Feb 2009 52,969 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 52,969 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 42,074 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2008 29,686 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 18,581 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 15,836 miles

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)

Fail 29 Aug 2006 11,392 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 11,392 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 34,688 miles

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 UHJ is a 2005 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 GF05 UHJ, 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 UHJ registered?

GF05 UHJ is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 18 May 2005.

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