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GJ56 EMK

2006 Kia Rio

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

143,008 mi
Last recorded143,008 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2023
Typical for 2006 Kia Rio61,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ56 EMK
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2023 143,008 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 140,414 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 136,508 miles

both front sub frame and rear axle has corrosion

Pass 27 Oct 2020 133,301 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2020 133,299 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fuel system component leaking poss tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 127,843 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 119,331 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 114,650 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 110,450 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 104,497 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2014 94,712 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 85,703 miles

child seat fitted to o/s rear seatbelt not checked

Pass 15 Aug 2012 72,786 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 65,849 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 46,492 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 32,532 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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GJ56 EMK is a 2006 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2006 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 61,115 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 GJ56 EMK, 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 20 years old, this Kia Rio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GJ56 EMK registered?

GJ56 EMK is a 2006 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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