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GJ52 CJU

2002 Kia Rio LX

Red Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,569 mi
Last recorded24,569 miles
Recorded on31 May 2007
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio LX47,875 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ52 CJU
MakeKia
ModelRio LX
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2007 24,569 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 24,568 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2006 22,867 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 17,818 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Rio LX?

Based on 415 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
7,394
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 35
Brake pipe excessively corroded 23
wheel bearing rough when rotated 17
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
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GJ52 CJU is a 2002 Kia Rio LX in Red with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Kia Rio LX models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 47,875 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Rio LX fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJ52 CJU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Rio LX typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Kia Rio LX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GJ52 CJU registered?

GJ52 CJU is a 2002 Kia Rio LX, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is GJ52 CJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ52 CJU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GJ52 CJU have outstanding finance?

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