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HV55 XLT

2005 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

97,120 mi
Last recorded97,120 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV55 XLT
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2018 97,120 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2016 68,679 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 70,777 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 54,476 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 39,674 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 31,941 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 24,274 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 15,384 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 15,384 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Nov 2009 11,779 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 9,132 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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HV55 XLT is a 2005 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 HV55 XLT, 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 HV55 XLT registered?

HV55 XLT is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 10 October 2005.

Is HV55 XLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV55 XLT shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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