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SF51 KPT

2001 Kia Rio

Green Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,194 mi
Last recorded22,194 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2018
Typical for 2001 Kia Rio55,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF51 KPT
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2018 22,194 miles

Body has slight corrosion Nearside rear sill

Body has slight corrosion Offside rear sill

Slight oil leak

Pass 30 Aug 2017 21,460 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Aug 2016 20,617 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Aug 2015 19,777 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 18,953 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 18,953 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 18,268 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 17,534 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 16,967 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 16,099 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 14,894 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 14,894 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 13,694 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 12,338 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 11,180 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2005 10,470 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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SF51 KPT is a 2001 Kia Rio in Green with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SF51 KPT, 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.

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What year was SF51 KPT registered?

SF51 KPT is a 2001 Kia Rio, first registered on 22 September 2001.

Is SF51 KPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF51 KPT shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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