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HY57 VPX

2007 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

84,650 mi
Last recorded84,650 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Kia Rio61,149 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY57 VPX
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 84,650 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 82,488 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2024 82,488 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 80,126 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2023 80,125 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 77,227 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 74,852 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 74,068 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 74,060 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 72,838 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 70,986 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2017 69,021 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 69,017 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 66,612 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 2 Sep 2016 66,612 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 Sep 2015 64,052 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 59,799 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 50,892 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 42,967 miles

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 36,067 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 30,802 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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HY57 VPX is a 2007 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 HY57 VPX, 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

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What year was HY57 VPX registered?

HY57 VPX is a 2007 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is HY57 VPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY57 VPX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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