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GN51 BEO

2001 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

54,063 mi
Last recorded54,063 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 Kia Rio55,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 BEO
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2015 54,063 miles

oil leak

Fail 7 Oct 2015 53,699 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front nail

oil leak

Pass 16 Oct 2014 41,184 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 21 Oct 2013 25,739 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

all tyres wearing on inner and outer tread\rear brakes slightly imbalanced

Pass 21 Oct 2013 25,739 miles

all tyres wearing on inner and outer tread\rear brakes slightly imbalanced

Pass 1 Oct 2012 11,385 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 10,716 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 9,961 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 9,201 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 8,425 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 7,484 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 6,503 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 5,493 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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GN51 BEO is a 2001 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2001 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 55,490 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 GN51 BEO, 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 25 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 GN51 BEO registered?

GN51 BEO is a 2001 Kia Rio, first registered on 29 November 2001.

Is GN51 BEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN51 BEO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GN51 BEO have outstanding finance?

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