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ML57 HKF

2007 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

144,068 mi
Last recorded144,068 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2022
Typical for 2007 Kia Rio61,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML57 HKF
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2022 144,068 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

advise steering stiff when turned left to right

Pass 5 Feb 2021 134,590 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2021 134,590 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 132,513 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2020 132,513 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 128,472 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 29 Jan 2019 128,472 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jan 2018 122,483 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 113,921 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak sump ()

Pass 16 Jan 2016 98,430 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 80,390 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 62,828 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 46,629 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 31,070 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 18,603 miles

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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ML57 HKF is a 2007 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ML57 HKF, 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 ML57 HKF registered?

ML57 HKF is a 2007 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 October 2007.

Is ML57 HKF safe to buy?

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