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YP55 BXE

2005 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

9,936 mi
Last recorded9,936 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP55 BXE
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2022 9,936 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 9,408 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 8,956 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 8,610 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 7,966 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 7,966 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 7,275 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 6,611 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 5,981 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 5,981 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 5,270 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 4,574 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 3,883 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 2,974 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 2,409 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 1,851 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 1,416 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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YP55 BXE is a 2005 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 YP55 BXE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YP55 BXE registered?

YP55 BXE is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 24 October 2005.

Is YP55 BXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP55 BXE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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