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KC07 BYO

2007 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

109,039 mi
Last recorded109,039 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2022
Typical for 2007 Kia Rio61,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC07 BYO
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2022 109,039 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted outer rim dented (5.2.2 (c) (i))

n/s headlight has cloudy lense/weak pattern

o/s/front brake has a bind not yet to excess

Fail 28 Feb 2022 109,039 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted outer rim dented (5.2.2 (c) (i))

n/s headlight has cloudy lense/weak pattern

o/s/front brake has a bind not yet to excess

Pass 18 Feb 2021 106,983 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2020 102,693 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 94,894 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front registration plate damaged

Play in offside front track rod end

Rear wiper blade defective

Suspension bushes deteriorated

Fail 12 Feb 2019 94,894 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front registration plate damaged

Play in offside front track rod end

Rear wiper blade defective

Suspension bushes deteriorated

Pass 28 Apr 2017 93,946 miles

offside a nearside rear tyres cracking in treads

Pass 28 Apr 2016 91,745 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front and both rear tyre's worn to 2mm on outer edge's (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Apr 2016 91,745 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front and both rear tyre's worn to 2mm on outer edge's (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 86,007 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 72,379 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 60,738 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 46,005 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 29,862 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 15,206 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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KC07 BYO is a 2007 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KC07 BYO, 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.

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What year was KC07 BYO registered?

KC07 BYO is a 2007 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 March 2007.

Is KC07 BYO safe to buy?

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