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YR02 MWG

2002 Kia Rio

Green Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

74,688 mi
Last recorded74,688 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2009
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR02 MWG
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2009 74,688 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

nearside inner drive gaitor worn

Fail 26 Oct 2009 74,688 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside inner drive gaitor worn

Pass 24 Oct 2008 651,008 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 64,025 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 54,784 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 42,442 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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YR02 MWG is a 2002 Kia Rio in Green with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YR02 MWG, 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

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What year was YR02 MWG registered?

YR02 MWG is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 19 June 2002.

Is YR02 MWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR02 MWG shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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