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RX51 VOB

2001 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

69,290 mi
Last recorded69,290 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2013
Typical for 2001 Kia Rio55,490 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 VOB
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2013 69,290 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 64,597 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 60,278 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 55,429 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 51,439 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 47,270 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 47,261 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 42,179 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 37,262 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 31,880 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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RX51 VOB is a 2001 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2001 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 55,490 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 RX51 VOB, 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 25 years old, this Kia Rio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RX51 VOB?

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What year was RX51 VOB registered?

RX51 VOB is a 2001 Kia Rio, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is RX51 VOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 VOB shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX51 VOB have outstanding finance?

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