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YR52 KSU

2002 Kia Rio LX

Red Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

104,511 mi
Last recorded104,511 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2007
Typical for 2002 Kia Rio LX47,875 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR52 KSU
MakeKia
ModelRio LX
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 2 Oct 2007 104,511 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2006 75,934 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Rio LX?

Based on 415 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
7,394
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 35
Brake pipe excessively corroded 23
wheel bearing rough when rotated 17
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
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YR52 KSU is a 2002 Kia Rio LX in Red with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Kia Rio LX models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 47,875 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Rio LX fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YR52 KSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Rio LX typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Kia Rio LX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YR52 KSU registered?

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

Is YR52 KSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR52 KSU shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YR52 KSU have outstanding finance?

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