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WA52 NZR

2002 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

98,725 mi
Last recorded98,725 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA52 NZR
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2017 98,725 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 93,503 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 86,373 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 77,820 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 72,067 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 72,012 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 64,368 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both front wipers starting to smear

front number plate cracked

rear number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 24 Oct 2011 58,824 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

nsf tyre worn on ouiter shoulders

osf tyre worn on ouiter shoulders

osf wheel binding slightly

Pass 19 Oct 2010 53,200 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2010 53,200 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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Pass 30 Oct 2009 45,971 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 39,299 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 30,905 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 23,478 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 16,678 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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WA52 NZR is a 2002 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 WA52 NZR, 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 WA52 NZR?

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What year was WA52 NZR registered?

WA52 NZR is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 29 October 2002.

Is WA52 NZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA52 NZR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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