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SY52 FZV

2002 Kia Rio

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

59,438 mi
Last recorded59,438 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2013
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY52 FZV
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2013 59,438 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 51,599 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 49,295 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 49,295 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 24 Aug 2009 45,808 miles

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 24 Aug 2009 45,808 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 42,732 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 42,732 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 40,064 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 36,056 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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SY52 FZV is a 2002 Kia Rio in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SY52 FZV, 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 SY52 FZV?

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What year was SY52 FZV registered?

SY52 FZV is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is SY52 FZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY52 FZV shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SY52 FZV have outstanding finance?

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