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YE55 ZSR

2005 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

86,612 mi
Last recorded86,612 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE55 ZSR
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2017 86,612 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 86,612 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 71,447 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 64,285 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 60,388 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 46,299 miles

Nearside front seat belt not fully retracting but does retract fully when clipped into its holder

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Feb 2013 46,299 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside front seat belt not fully retracting but does retract fully when clipped into its holder

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 26,994 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 22,461 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 17,739 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 11,590 miles

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

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

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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YE55 ZSR is a 2005 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 53,878 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 YE55 ZSR, 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 21 years old, this Kia Rio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YE55 ZSR registered?

YE55 ZSR is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is YE55 ZSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE55 ZSR 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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