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GK05 TZF

2005 Kia Rio Le

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2014
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

75,779 mi
Last recorded75,779 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2013
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio Le42,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK05 TZF
MakeKia
ModelRio Le
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc
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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2013 75,779 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 75,779 miles

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 66,372 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 66,372 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Mar 2011 56,845 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 3 Mar 2011 56,845 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 47,927 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 38,260 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 38,260 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Fail 29 Feb 2008 27,881 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 27,881 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Rio Le?

Based on 512 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
6,783
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 16
Registration plate lamp not working 14
position lamp(s) not working 14
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GK05 TZF is a 2005 Kia Rio Le in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2005 Kia Rio Le models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 42,584 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kia Rio Le fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GK05 TZF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Rio Le typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Kia Rio Le is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GK05 TZF registered?

GK05 TZF is a 2005 Kia Rio Le, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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