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WF52 VUJ

2002 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

67,285 mi
Last recorded67,285 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2013
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF52 VUJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2013 67,285 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 67,122 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all tyres perished

driveshaft gaiters perishing

exhaust bracket insecure and corroded

nearside front flexible brake hose slightly twisted

slight damage to front number plate

Pass 24 Jan 2012 62,177 miles

n/s/f wing damaged and bumper security

Pass 1 Feb 2011 57,577 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 57,529 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

offside rear seat not checked due to childs seat fitted

oil leak from engine and gear box

Pass 1 Feb 2010 54,191 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 46,750 miles

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

child seat fitted to nsr

poor repair to nsf wing and bumper

n s r tyre has a screw in it

Pass 2 Jan 2008 42,079 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 38,224 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

handbrake in need of adjustment,although still has reserve travel

Pass 19 May 2006 26,903 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2005 20,155 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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WF52 VUJ is a 2002 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WF52 VUJ, 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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What year was WF52 VUJ registered?

WF52 VUJ is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is WF52 VUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF52 VUJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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