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WK02 NMF

2002 Kia Rio

Yellow Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

79,447 mi
Last recorded79,447 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2014
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK02 NMF
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2014 79,447 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 79,447 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 67,992 miles

both front cv gators staring to perrish

exhaust corroded

floor pans and bodywork slight corrosion

front and rear suspension components corroding

scratches on window screen not obscuring vision

slight play in both rear wheel bearing but not rough in rotation

various marks and scratches vehicle and wheels

Pass 15 Sep 2012 57,942 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 57,942 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Sep 2011 45,397 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 36,856 miles

n/s + o/s front tyres worn

n/s+o/s rear wheel bearings showing play

Fail 24 Aug 2010 36,847 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

n/s + o/s front tyres worn

n/s+o/s rear wheel bearings showing play

Pass 12 Sep 2009 33,168 miles

both front to rear brake pipes surface on rear ends

slight play in both rear wheel bearings

surface perishing on both rear tyres

Pass 10 Sep 2008 28,750 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2007 25,194 miles

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 6 Sep 2006 20,104 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2005 14,558 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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WK02 NMF is a 2002 Kia Rio in Yellow with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 WK02 NMF, 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 WK02 NMF?

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What year was WK02 NMF registered?

WK02 NMF is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 25 June 2002.

Is WK02 NMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK02 NMF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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