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RA03 KTJ

2003 Kia Rio LX

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,499 mi
Last recorded33,499 miles
Recorded on27 May 2008
Typical for 2003 Kia Rio LX42,867 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA03 KTJ
MakeKia
ModelRio LX
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2008 33,499 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 28,458 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 28,458 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2006 23,305 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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RA03 KTJ is a 2003 Kia Rio LX in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RA03 KTJ, 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 RA03 KTJ registered?

RA03 KTJ is a 2003 Kia Rio LX, first registered on 19 June 2003.

Is RA03 KTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA03 KTJ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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