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KM57 RWJ

2007 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

122,130 mi
Last recorded122,130 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2022
Typical for 2007 Kia Rio61,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM57 RWJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2022 122,130 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2022 122,128 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 116,483 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 110,762 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 103,691 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2019 103,690 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

hand brake travel high

Pass 30 Nov 2018 94,791 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Slight oil weep from engine

Fail 30 Nov 2018 94,790 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Slight Corrosion to various brake pipes and ferrules

Slight oil weep from engine

Pass 30 Nov 2017 88,956 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2017 88,956 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both sides adjusted OK (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Dec 2016 79,546 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 70,072 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 61,645 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2013 52,892 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 43,669 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

wiper blades deteriorating

Pass 21 Nov 2011 41,183 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2010 30,700 miles

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

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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KM57 RWJ is a 2007 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KM57 RWJ, 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 KM57 RWJ registered?

KM57 RWJ is a 2007 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 December 2007.

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