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GF55 RTU

2005 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

78,478 mi
Last recorded78,478 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 RTU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2015 78,478 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2015 78,478 miles

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

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 69,391 miles

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

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

Nearside rear tyre perishing

Pass 20 Nov 2013 62,929 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 59,120 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 53,850 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 49,324 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 39,314 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 39,314 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 32,694 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 32,694 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

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 RTU is a 2005 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 RTU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF55 RTU registered?

GF55 RTU is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 26 November 2005.

Is GF55 RTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF55 RTU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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