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GP56 ZXL

2007 Kia Rio

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

155,239 mi
Last recorded155,239 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Kia Rio61,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP56 ZXL
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 155,239 miles

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

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

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

Fail 14 Apr 2026 155,219 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush securing bracket bolt not fully secured (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush worn, securing bracket bolt not fully secured (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2025 151,175 miles

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

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

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2024 142,706 miles

Engine cover fitted obscuring engine components

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 134,609 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2023 134,609 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Sub-frame insecurely attached rear Sub-frame bolt missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2022 126,822 miles

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

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

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

Fail 12 Apr 2022 126,816 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2021 119,067 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2020 114,268 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 99,395 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play very slight (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2018 72,740 miles

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

wipers smeary but clearing screen

Pass 3 Feb 2017 48,353 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 43,993 miles

Both front tyres starting to show signs of wear on inner edge

O/S/R brake has slight bind

Pass 6 Jan 2015 38,591 miles

nearside front seatbelt slow to retract

Pass 13 Jan 2014 33,034 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

both rear tyres tread starting to perish and getting low (approx 3mm)

nearside front seat belt slow to retract

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

unable to fully inspect rear brake pads due to wheel trims fitted

Pass 17 Jan 2013 27,929 miles

nearside door mirror glass missing

Pass 19 Jan 2012 22,736 miles

both front tyres cracking

offside front tyre has a minor bulge

sticker on front number plate

unable to fully inspect rear brake hoses due to layout

wheel trims fitted to all road wheels unable to fully inspect wheel nut/ bolts ect.

Pass 17 Jan 2011 17,333 miles

wheel trims are fitted to all roadwheels so I am unable to see the wheel nuts/bolts etc

Pass 25 Jan 2010 11,605 miles

rear wiper blade is split

wheel trims are fitted to all roadwheels so I am unable to see the wheel nuts/bolts etc

Fail 25 Jan 2010 11,605 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

rear wiper blade is split

wheel trims are fitted to all roadwheels so I am unable to see the wheel nuts/bolts etc

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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GP56 ZXL 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 81%.

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 GP56 ZXL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GP56 ZXL registered?

GP56 ZXL is a 2007 Kia Rio, first registered on 13 February 2007.

Is GP56 ZXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP56 ZXL shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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