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GF55 ZYU

2005 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,293 mi
Last recorded37,293 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 21 Nov 2017 37,293 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 33,343 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 30,196 miles

both rear tyres low on inner edge

Pass 10 Nov 2014 26,864 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 23,958 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 20,769 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 17,905 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 14,971 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 12,207 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 8,393 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 ZYU is a 2005 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ZYU, 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 ZYU registered?

GF55 ZYU is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 8 December 2005.

Is GF55 ZYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF55 ZYU shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GF55 ZYU have outstanding finance?

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