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GX51 SZY

2001 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

83,081 mi
Last recorded83,081 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2015
Typical for 2001 Kia Rio55,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 SZY
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2015 83,081 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 77,749 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 72,891 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)

Fail 12 Nov 2013 72,891 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 68,578 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 64,345 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 62,234 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 59,503 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2009 59,503 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear 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 Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 55,689 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 13 Nov 2007 44,582 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 28,839 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 28,839 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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GX51 SZY is a 2001 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2001 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 55,490 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 GX51 SZY, 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 25 years old, this Kia Rio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GX51 SZY registered?

GX51 SZY is a 2001 Kia Rio, first registered on 27 September 2001.

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