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LB06 BZV

2006 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

17,381 mi
Last recorded17,381 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Kia Rio61,115 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB06 BZV
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 17,381 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 May 2025 17,375 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2024 13,574 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 11,198 miles

FRONT TYRES WORN ON EDGE

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 May 2022 8,982 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 8,664 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 8,389 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 8,019 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 7,377 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 6,919 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 6,478 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 6,009 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 5,343 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 4,760 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front wipers slightly smearing

Fail 3 May 2013 4,734 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front wipers slightly smearing

Pass 3 May 2012 3,970 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 3,257 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 2,743 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 2,006 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 May 2009 2,006 miles

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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LB06 BZV is a 2006 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LB06 BZV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LB06 BZV registered?

LB06 BZV is a 2006 Kia Rio, first registered on 11 May 2006.

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