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HF02 PGK

2002 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

126,167 mi
Last recorded126,167 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF02 PGK
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Fail 17 Mar 2017 126,167 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced outer lens faded (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded end of sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced outer lens faded (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded end of sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement 'D'bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement 'D'bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak ()

exhaust system corroded sligthly

Pass 18 Mar 2016 119,249 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement 'D'bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced outer lens faded (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive end of sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play would advise attention (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin over 3/4worn (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced outer lens faded (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive end of sill (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front cross panel (2.4.A.3)

gearbox leeking oil

Pass 5 Mar 2015 111,381 miles

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

o/s rear sill corroded but not structual

Pass 10 Mar 2014 97,509 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 85,781 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 73,671 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 69,891 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 65,184 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 54,481 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2008 46,024 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 32,446 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

exhaust heatshield vibrates

slight oil leak reverse light switch

Pass 22 Feb 2006 25,619 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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HF02 PGK is a 2002 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 PGK, 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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HF02 PGK is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 26 March 2002.

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