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GF55 HYL

2005 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,788 mi
Last recorded101,788 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 HYL
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2016 101,788 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 92,216 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Oct 2015 92,216 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2014 87,050 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 87,013 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Oct 2013 80,884 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 72,253 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 62,496 miles

Offside front seat belt webbing fluffing and slow to retract

Pass 2 Nov 2010 54,605 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGES

Pass 19 Oct 2009 47,030 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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GF55 HYL is a 2005 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GF55 HYL, 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 GF55 HYL registered?

GF55 HYL is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is GF55 HYL safe to buy?

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