MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
97,953 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Offside rear wheel bearing slightly rough
Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Spare tyre tread depth below legal limit
Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Offside rear wheel bearing slightly rough
Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Spare tyre tread depth below legal limit
How Reliable is the Kia Rio?
Based on 1,637,344 MOT tests across 141,212 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SW02 BKU is a 2002 Kia Rio in Yellow with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 SW02 BKU, 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
How do I check the history of SW02 BKU?
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What year was SW02 BKU registered?
SW02 BKU is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 19 June 2002.
Is SW02 BKU safe to buy?
The MOT history for SW02 BKU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does SW02 BKU have outstanding finance?
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