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KE51 VNO

2001 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

64,303 mi
Last recorded64,303 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2013
Typical for 2001 Kia Rio55,490 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 VNO
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2013 64,303 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 80,280 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Dec 2011 77,521 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2011 77,521 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2010 72,927 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 67,834 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2009 67,834 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 62,405 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

not much reserve travel left on handbrake lever

Fail 25 Nov 2008 62,405 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

not much reserve travel left on handbrake lever

Pass 10 Mar 2007 61,195 miles

parking brake lever high but has some reserve travel

rear wiper blade deteriorated

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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KE51 VNO is a 2001 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2001 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 55,490 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 KE51 VNO, 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 25 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 KE51 VNO registered?

KE51 VNO is a 2001 Kia Rio, first registered on 11 October 2001.

Is KE51 VNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE51 VNO shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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