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SP02 VLX

2002 Kia Rio

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,714 mi
Last recorded62,714 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2007
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP02 VLX
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2007 62,714 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 56,536 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2006 53,445 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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SP02 VLX is a 2002 Kia Rio in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 SP02 VLX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP02 VLX registered?

SP02 VLX is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 4 May 2002.

Is SP02 VLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP02 VLX shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SP02 VLX have outstanding finance?

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