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HJ57 SXW

2007 Kia Rio

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2014
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

154,111 mi
Last recorded154,111 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2013
Typical for 2007 Kia Rio61,149 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ57 SXW
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2013 154,111 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2013 154,111 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Fail 2 Oct 2012 136,328 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 136,328 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 120,666 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 120,665 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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 26 Sep 2011 120,632 miles

Dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (1.7.4b)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 6 Sep 2010 87,733 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 87,733 miles

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

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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HJ57 SXW is a 2007 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

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 HJ57 SXW, 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

How do I check the history of HJ57 SXW?

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What year was HJ57 SXW registered?

HJ57 SXW is a 2007 Kia Rio, first registered on 4 September 2007.

Is HJ57 SXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ57 SXW shows 9 tests with a 44.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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