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PF53 FKJ

2003 Kia Rio LX

Red Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,253 mi
Last recorded27,253 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2008
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio LX42,867 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF53 FKJ
MakeKia
ModelRio LX
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2008 27,253 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 27,253 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Nov 2006 15,341 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Rio LX?

Based on 415 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
7,394
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 35
Brake pipe excessively corroded 23
wheel bearing rough when rotated 17
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
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PF53 FKJ is a 2003 Kia Rio LX in Red with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Kia Rio LX models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 42,867 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 LX fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PF53 FKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Rio LX typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Kia Rio LX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PF53 FKJ registered?

PF53 FKJ is a 2003 Kia Rio LX, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is PF53 FKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF53 FKJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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