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GU05 CSX

2005 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

45,753 mi
Last recorded45,753 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 CSX
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2015 45,753 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside front tyre is worn on outer edge.also both rear tyres are in a poor condition

Pass 5 Feb 2014 36,664 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2013 34,386 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 32,019 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

child seat fitted to offside rear seat

Pass 9 Feb 2011 29,190 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 29,190 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 24,970 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 19,920 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 15,079 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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GU05 CSX is a 2005 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 53,878 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 GU05 CSX, 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 21 years old, this Kia Rio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GU05 CSX registered?

GU05 CSX is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is GU05 CSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU05 CSX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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