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KG02 BFL

2002 Kia Rio LX

Red Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,696 mi
Last recorded50,696 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2009
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio LX47,875 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG02 BFL
MakeKia
ModelRio LX
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2009 50,696 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 50,696 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2008 43,723 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 37,176 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 30,207 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Rio LX?

Based on 415 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
7,394
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 35
Brake pipe excessively corroded 23
wheel bearing rough when rotated 17
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
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KG02 BFL is a 2002 Kia Rio LX in Red with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Kia Rio LX models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 47,875 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Rio LX fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KG02 BFL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Rio LX typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Kia Rio LX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KG02 BFL registered?

KG02 BFL is a 2002 Kia Rio LX, first registered on 1 June 2002.

Is KG02 BFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG02 BFL shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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