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KW55 UKN

2006 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

108,076 mi
Last recorded108,076 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2018
Typical for 2006 Kia Rio61,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW55 UKN
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2018 108,076 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 108,076 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 94,673 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2017 94,673 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 80,397 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2014 69,225 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 31 Dec 2014 69,225 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2014 62,623 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2013 53,025 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 46,379 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 38,956 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 30,624 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 30,621 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 21,566 miles

o/s/f and n/s/r tyres worn on edges

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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KW55 UKN is a 2006 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2006 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 61,115 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 KW55 UKN, 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 20 years old, this Kia Rio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KW55 UKN registered?

KW55 UKN is a 2006 Kia Rio, first registered on 14 February 2006.

Is KW55 UKN safe to buy?

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