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YR52 KGE

2002 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

48,031 mi
Last recorded48,031 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2019
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio52,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR52 KGE
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2019 48,031 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking

Pass 26 Jan 2018 47,816 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2018 47,816 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 155/80/13 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 47,752 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear tyre wearing close

Pass 3 Nov 2015 42,565 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2014 38,146 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2013 34,741 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 33,312 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 29,916 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 26,455 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2009 21,303 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2009 21,303 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2008 16,824 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 15,063 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 13,527 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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YR52 KGE is a 2002 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YR52 KGE, 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 YR52 KGE registered?

YR52 KGE is a 2002 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is YR52 KGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR52 KGE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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