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GF55 RSY

2005 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

69,525 mi
Last recorded69,525 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 RSY
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2016 69,525 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 62,971 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged abs pick up ring cracked but still secure (3.4.2)

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 6 Nov 2015 62,971 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine 3.11 (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged abs pick up ring cracked but still secure (3.4.2)

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 55,479 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)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 48,514 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)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 40,586 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges (175/70 R14)

o/s/f seat belt frayed slightly

Fail 5 Nov 2012 40,586 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Both front tyres worn on inner edges (175/70 R14)

Front brake pads worn

o/s/f seat belt frayed slightly

Pass 22 Oct 2011 33,428 miles

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2010
Fail 28 Oct 2010 26,377 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 21,276 miles

both front wiper rubbers split on ends

Fail 29 Oct 2009 21,276 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

both front wiper rubbers split on ends

Pass 13 Oct 2008 14,002 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 RSY is a 2005 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GF55 RSY, 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 RSY registered?

GF55 RSY is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 5 November 2005.

Is GF55 RSY safe to buy?

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