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GU57 UPL

2007 Kia Rio

Grey Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

147,701 mi
Last recorded147,701 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2019
Typical for 2007 Kia Rio61,149 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU57 UPL
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2019 147,701 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2019 147,559 miles

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

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

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

os no plate light inop

Pass 16 Feb 2018 127,760 miles

man light on

Fail 16 Feb 2018 127,760 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)

man light on

Pass 18 Feb 2017 108,106 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2017 108,106 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 90,272 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 90,272 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front tyre has nail in it

hi level brake light not working

Pass 13 May 2015 85,610 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 67,968 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 67,968 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 May 2013 55,032 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 45,209 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 36,772 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 32,275 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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GU57 UPL is a 2007 Kia Rio in Grey with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GU57 UPL, 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 GU57 UPL registered?

GU57 UPL is a 2007 Kia Rio, first registered on 22 September 2007.

Is GU57 UPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU57 UPL shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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