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GJ56 FHU

2006 Kia Rio

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,555 mi
Last recorded93,555 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Kia Rio61,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 93,555 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect outer case corroded, oil misting (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 28 Jul 2025 93,552 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension locking device missing Lower ball joint split missing (5.3.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect outer case corroded, oil misting (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 85,913 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2022 85,691 miles

Offside Front brake binding

oil leaks

rear brake discs corroded

rear wiper blade rubber missing

slight play offside front bottom ball joint

Pass 11 Sep 2021 84,299 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking (5.2.3 (e))

chips in windscreen

front brakes slightly binding

oil leaks

rear discs corroded

rear wiper blade split

Pass 1 Aug 2020 82,465 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2020 82,465 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 77,009 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 72,225 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 66,729 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 62,058 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 53,882 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 47,902 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 47,902 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 42,277 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 35,646 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 28,049 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 20,888 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 FHU is a 2006 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FHU, 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 FHU registered?

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

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