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HF02 PFV

2002 Kia Rio

Green Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

76,903 mi
Last recorded76,903 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2014
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF02 PFV
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2014 76,903 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2014 76,903 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2013 73,015 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)

front exhaust mount broken

offside headlamp loose but not insecure

Fail 12 Mar 2013 73,015 miles

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

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)

front exhaust mount broken

offside headlamp loose but not insecure

Pass 20 Mar 2012 69,264 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Mar 2011 65,333 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 61,038 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 55,260 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 49,316 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 44,604 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2007 44,604 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 39,708 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2006 39,708 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (3.6.G.1a)

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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HF02 PFV is a 2002 Kia Rio in Green with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2002 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 52,295 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 HF02 PFV, 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 24 years old, this Kia Rio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HF02 PFV registered?

HF02 PFV is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 22 March 2002.

Is HF02 PFV safe to buy?

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