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SB02 XXO

2002 Kia Rio

Gold Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

100,921 mi
Last recorded100,921 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2010
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB02 XXO
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2010 100,921 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 100,720 miles

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

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 94,784 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 91,870 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 91,865 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 91,364 miles

Oil leak

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 18 Jul 2007 91,364 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jul 2006 86,410 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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SB02 XXO is a 2002 Kia Rio in Gold with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2002 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 52,295 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34,517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SB02 XXO, 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 24 years old, this Kia Rio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SB02 XXO registered?

SB02 XXO is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 29 July 2002.

Is SB02 XXO safe to buy?

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