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GN57 WUU

2007 Kia Rio

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

149,268 mi
Last recorded149,268 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Kia Rio61,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN57 WUU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 149,268 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2025 149,267 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 137,844 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Aug 2024 137,834 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

brake pedal has excessive travel

Pass 16 Sep 2023 129,030 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2023 129,030 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 120,847 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 120,807 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2021 120,802 miles

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 118,462 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 116,783 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 114,000 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 107,640 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 99,595 miles

Offside Front and offside rear tyres perishing

Fail 29 Jul 2016 99,595 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working and offside rear (1.2.1b)

Offside Front and offside rear tyres perishing

Pass 18 Aug 2015 93,817 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 83,158 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 72,857 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 64,068 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

nearside rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 30 Aug 2011 55,598 miles

Centre Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 42,998 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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GN57 WUU is a 2007 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2007 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 61,149 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 GN57 WUU, 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 19 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GN57 WUU registered?

GN57 WUU is a 2007 Kia Rio, first registered on 29 September 2007.

Is GN57 WUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN57 WUU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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