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GV55 HLH

2005 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,454 mi
Last recorded60,454 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 HLH
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2016 60,454 miles

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

power steering drive belt loose

Fail 11 Jun 2016 60,150 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

power steering drive belt loose

Pass 20 Jun 2015 52,221 miles

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE TREAD CRACKED

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN ON OUTER SHOULDER - REQUIRES ALIGNMENT

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Jun 2015 52,221 miles

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE TREAD CRACKED

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN ON OUTER SHOULDER - REQUIRES ALIGNMENT

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 40,997 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 22,842 miles

n/s/f tyre wall perishing

Pass 15 Oct 2012 20,948 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 17,962 miles

both numberplate lights dim

Fail 22 Oct 2011 17,962 miles

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

both numberplate lights dim

Pass 25 Oct 2010 15,719 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 12,496 miles

advise both front tyres

Pass 30 Oct 2008 8,262 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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GV55 HLH is a 2005 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GV55 HLH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV55 HLH registered?

GV55 HLH is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is GV55 HLH safe to buy?

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