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GF52 UGX

2002 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

102,135 mi
Last recorded102,135 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2015
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF52 UGX
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2015 102,135 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Oil leak

engine management light on

exhaust bracket broken

park brake light on

Pass 29 Jan 2014 93,986 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 83,415 miles

Engine management light on

Fail 15 Jan 2013 83,381 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine management light on

Pass 16 Jan 2012 75,638 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 66,718 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 58,197 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 48,529 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 41,197 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 41,197 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 37,830 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 21,621 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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GF52 UGX is a 2002 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 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 UGX, 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 GF52 UGX registered?

GF52 UGX is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 28 November 2002.

Is GF52 UGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF52 UGX 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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