MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
127,420 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
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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SW51 NFU is a 2002 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 SW51 NFU, 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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How do I check the history of SW51 NFU?
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What year was SW51 NFU registered?
SW51 NFU is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 February 2002.
Is SW51 NFU safe to buy?
The MOT history for SW51 NFU shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does SW51 NFU have outstanding finance?
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