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LX07 UEA

2007 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

105,203 mi
Last recorded105,203 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Kia Rio61,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX07 UEA
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 105,203 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 101,960 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 14 Nov 2024 101,960 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2023 96,227 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 8 Dec 2023 96,227 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 89,033 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2022 89,033 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 84,184 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 78,617 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 75,897 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 7 Mar 2019 71,401 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2019 71,401 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 60,614 miles

front tyres very worn on inner edge

Fail 13 Feb 2018 60,614 miles

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

front tyres very worn on inner edge

Pass 9 Feb 2017 46,123 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 33,235 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 27,594 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 27,594 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2014 25,043 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Mar 2014 25,043 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Mar 2013 22,766 miles

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 22,766 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 20,111 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 15,617 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 11,866 miles

advise inner edge offside front tyre on limits

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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LX07 UEA is a 2007 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LX07 UEA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX07 UEA registered?

LX07 UEA is a 2007 Kia Rio, first registered on 3 March 2007.

Is LX07 UEA safe to buy?

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