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MA05 HOJ

2005 Kia Rio Le

Black Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

50,702 mi
Last recorded50,702 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2013
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio Le42,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA05 HOJ
MakeKia
ModelRio Le
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2013 50,702 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

front number plate cracked.

Fail 11 Sep 2013 50,625 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

front number plate cracked.

Pass 12 Sep 2012 43,004 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2012 43,004 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2011 37,628 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 33,811 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 33,811 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2009 26,316 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 20,812 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 20,810 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Kia Rio Le?

Based on 512 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
6,783
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 16
Registration plate lamp not working 14
position lamp(s) not working 14
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MA05 HOJ is a 2005 Kia Rio Le in Black with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2005 Kia Rio Le models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 42,584 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 Le fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MA05 HOJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Rio Le typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Kia Rio Le is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MA05 HOJ registered?

MA05 HOJ is a 2005 Kia Rio Le, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is MA05 HOJ safe to buy?

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