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LD07 VLA

2007 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

115,469 mi
Last recorded115,469 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2024
Typical for 2007 Kia Rio61,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD07 VLA
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 4 Sep 2024 115,469 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fluid leak, but not excessive engaine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fluid leak, but not excessive power steering leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 106,858 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 Sep 2023 106,858 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 97,005 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 97,005 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 89,394 miles

Front small stone chip to screen

Pass 28 Sep 2020 86,340 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 69,507 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 60,359 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 57,197 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2017 57,197 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2016 51,697 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 44,704 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2014 40,288 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 35,113 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 7 Mar 2012 28,680 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 24,229 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 17,443 miles

both rear tyres just starting to wear out of shape on inside edges

rear wiper blade split

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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LD07 VLA is a 2007 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LD07 VLA, 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 LD07 VLA registered?

LD07 VLA is a 2007 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 March 2007.

Is LD07 VLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD07 VLA shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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