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Y523 XBH

2001 Kia Rio

Yellow Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

34,400 mi
Last recorded34,400 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Kia Rio55,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY523 XBH
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 34,400 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 4 Oct 2024 34,163 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 3 Oct 2023 33,731 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 33,286 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 32,601 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 32,239 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 31,538 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 30,211 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 28,209 miles

Front Number plate slightly damaged

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Sep 2016 26,566 miles

Front Number plate slightly damaged

Nearside Front Beam pattern starting to deteriorate.

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Sep 2015 24,793 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 23,245 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 2 Oct 2014 23,225 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 21,446 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 19,576 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 18,950 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 16,860 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 16,853 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 11,784 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 8,740 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 8,740 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2006 8,739 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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Y523 XBH is a 2001 Kia Rio in Yellow with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2001 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 55,490 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 Y523 XBH, 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 25 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 Y523 XBH?

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What year was Y523 XBH registered?

Y523 XBH is a 2001 Kia Rio, first registered on 6 August 2001.

Is Y523 XBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y523 XBH shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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