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SN51 BXM

2001 Kia Rio

Green Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2013
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,467 mi
Last recorded84,467 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2012
Typical for 2001 Kia Rio55,490 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN51 BXM
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 20 Dec 2012 84,467 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 73,163 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 62,072 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 58,207 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2008 53,408 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 46,637 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 43,828 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 38,793 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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SN51 BXM is a 2001 Kia Rio in Green with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SN51 BXM, 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 SN51 BXM?

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What year was SN51 BXM registered?

SN51 BXM is a 2001 Kia Rio, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is SN51 BXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN51 BXM shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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