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SA02 XMJ

2002 Kia Rio LX

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,377 mi
Last recorded66,377 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2009
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio LX47,875 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA02 XMJ
MakeKia
ModelRio LX
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2009 66,377 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 51,478 miles

offside front steering rack gaiter has oil on it but no splits or holes found

Pass 28 Mar 2007 47,235 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 47,194 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 46,196 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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SA02 XMJ is a 2002 Kia Rio LX in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Kia Rio LX models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 47,875 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 SA02 XMJ, 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 24 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 SA02 XMJ registered?

SA02 XMJ is a 2002 Kia Rio LX, first registered on 30 March 2002.

Is SA02 XMJ safe to buy?

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