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WX02 VZV

2002 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

94,871 mi
Last recorded94,871 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2016
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX02 VZV
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2016 94,871 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 13 Jan 2016 94,871 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 84,752 miles

Both front outer CV gaiters deteriorated

Brake pedal rubber worn

Front brake discs slightly corroded on inner surface

Front wipers smearing

N/S/R tyre perishing

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

O/S/R tyre perishing slightly

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

Rear exhaust heatshield slightly insecure

Fail 22 Dec 2014 84,502 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Both front outer CV gaiters deteriorated

Brake pedal rubber worn

Front brake discs slightly corroded on inner surface

Front wipers smearing

N/S/R tyre perishing

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

O/S/R tyre perishing slightly

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

Rear exhaust heatshield slightly insecure

Pass 21 Feb 2013 66,197 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 58,205 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 53,891 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 49,764 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 46,204 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 40,499 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 32,005 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 32,004 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2006 25,442 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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WX02 VZV is a 2002 Kia Rio in Blue 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 WX02 VZV, 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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WX02 VZV is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 8 March 2002.

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