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SY54 VYL

2004 Kia Rio Le

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

41,109 mi
Last recorded41,109 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2014
Typical for 2004 Kia Rio Le46,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY54 VYL
MakeKia
ModelRio Le
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2014 41,109 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 7 Mar 2014 41,101 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 36,665 miles

Air bag light on

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 12 Dec 2011 38,153 miles

Airbag warning light on

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 38,153 miles

Airbag warning light on

Pass 6 Nov 2010 27,747 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 22,869 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 22,869 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the Kia Rio Le?

Based on 512 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
6,783
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 16
Registration plate lamp not working 14
position lamp(s) not working 14
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SY54 VYL is a 2004 Kia Rio Le in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2004 Kia Rio Le models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 46,756 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 Le fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SY54 VYL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Rio Le typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Kia Rio Le is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SY54 VYL registered?

SY54 VYL is a 2004 Kia Rio Le, first registered on 29 October 2004.

Is SY54 VYL safe to buy?

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