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LC57 EFF

2007 Kia Rio

Grey Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

28,963 mi
Last recorded28,963 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Kia Rio61,149 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC57 EFF
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 28,963 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 28,643 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 28,058 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 27,656 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 27,407 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2020 27,036 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 26,222 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 25,724 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2018 25,724 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 25,222 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 24,948 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 24,381 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 21,111 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 18,560 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 14,112 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 11,548 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 9,478 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 9,478 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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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LC57 EFF is a 2007 Kia Rio in Grey with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LC57 EFF, 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 LC57 EFF registered?

LC57 EFF is a 2007 Kia Rio, first registered on 29 November 2007.

Is LC57 EFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC57 EFF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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