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MJ54 TLK

2004 Kia Rio Le

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,010 mi
Last recorded40,010 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2012
Typical for 2004 Kia Rio Le46,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ54 TLK
MakeKia
ModelRio Le
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2012 40,010 miles

Offside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Fail 28 Oct 2011 36,084 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2011 36,084 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 31,117 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2010 31,117 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 62,909 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

OIL FILLER CAP MISSING

Pass 27 Oct 2008 20,625 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 14,462 miles

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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MJ54 TLK is a 2004 Kia Rio Le in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Kia Rio Le models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 46,756 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MJ54 TLK, 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 22 years old, this Kia Rio Le is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MJ54 TLK registered?

MJ54 TLK is a 2004 Kia Rio Le, first registered on 29 October 2004.

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