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GN51 JXK

2001 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

64,514 mi
Last recorded64,514 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2015
Typical for 2001 Kia Rio55,490 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 JXK
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2015 64,514 miles

ADVISE CLONKING NOISE FROM REAR MAY NEED TO STRIP DOWN TO FIND AT SERVICE LIMIT

advise brake pipes rust treatment

advise o/s sill rusting at rear

Fail 18 Nov 2015 64,514 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill area at rear (2.4.A.3)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

ADVISE CLONKING NOISE FROM REAR MAY NEED TO STRIP DOWN TO FIND AT SERVICE LIMIT

advise brake pipes rust treatment

advise o/s sill rusting at rear

Pass 25 Nov 2014 61,378 miles

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

os wiper blade split

osf tyre tread split and 3mm

Pass 12 Nov 2013 57,523 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 53,468 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 49,353 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 49,353 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 43,297 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 36,188 miles

exhaust system is starting to deteriorate

Pass 10 Nov 2008 32,162 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2008 32,162 miles

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 30,450 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 30,450 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 28,076 miles

centre and rear exhaust flangs corroded

n/s/f wiper split

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 JXK is a 2001 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 JXK, 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

How do I check the history of GN51 JXK?

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What year was GN51 JXK registered?

GN51 JXK is a 2001 Kia Rio, first registered on 26 November 2001.

Is GN51 JXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN51 JXK shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GN51 JXK have outstanding finance?

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