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GF52 RYX

2002 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

97,398 mi
Last recorded97,398 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2015
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF52 RYX
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2015 97,398 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 91,569 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 86,112 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 80,579 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 72,713 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 64,802 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 9 Oct 2009 54,646 miles

Clutch pedal high

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edge 175/65R14T

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 9 Oct 2009 54,646 miles

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

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

Clutch pedal high

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edge 175/65R14T

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 21 Oct 2008 46,191 miles

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

nearside and offside front brake pads inner appear low.

Pass 31 Oct 2007 37,389 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 37,372 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 31,667 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2006 31,667 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Nov 2005 26,198 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2005 26,192 miles

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

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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GF52 RYX is a 2002 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 GF52 RYX, 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

How do I check the history of GF52 RYX?

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What year was GF52 RYX registered?

GF52 RYX is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is GF52 RYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF52 RYX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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