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KX51 LEJ

2001 Kia Rio

Green Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,453 mi
Last recorded67,453 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2014
Typical for 2001 Kia Rio55,490 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX51 LEJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 24 Oct 2014 67,453 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 61,711 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 57,086 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 52,594 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 48,081 miles

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

front discs in poor condition

Pass 22 Oct 2009 43,397 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 41,047 miles

brake pipes rusty

rear s/absorber bushes worn

Pass 23 Oct 2007 38,561 miles

n/s/r tyre slightly out of shape

surface rust on various metal brake pipes

Pass 24 Oct 2006 35,128 miles

rust on various metal brake pipes

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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KX51 LEJ is a 2001 Kia Rio in Green with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KX51 LEJ, 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.

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What year was KX51 LEJ registered?

KX51 LEJ is a 2001 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is KX51 LEJ safe to buy?

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