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VLZ 3936

2000 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,796 mi
Last recorded79,796 miles
Recorded on3 May 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLZ 3936
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2016 79,796 miles

Rear windscreen wipers smear slightly

Fail 3 May 2016 79,796 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Rear windscreen wipers smear slightly

Pass 5 Mar 2015 59,591 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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VLZ 3936 is a 2000 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VLZ 3936, 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 26 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 VLZ 3936?

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What year was VLZ 3936 registered?

VLZ 3936 is a 2000 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 June 2000.

Is VLZ 3936 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLZ 3936 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VLZ 3936 have outstanding finance?

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