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YR55 LLE

2005 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

107,264 mi
Last recorded107,264 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR55 LLE
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Fail 14 Aug 2023 107,264 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 100,432 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 88,618 miles

Offside Front front sub frame corroded near suspension mounting point. not excessive

Oil leak, but not excessive intercooler (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pump to rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 84,273 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 79,392 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 79,392 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 74,608 miles

Chip in windscreen not in zone A

Oil leak around intercooler

Power steering pipes damp

Pass 22 Sep 2016 69,291 miles

Oil leak from intercooler ()

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 22 Sep 2016 69,291 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak from intercooler ()

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 64,023 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 59,393 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 55,060 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 47,144 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 38,591 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 29,321 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 19,792 miles

rear number plate .

Pass 26 Sep 2008 10,427 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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YR55 LLE is a 2005 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YR55 LLE, 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 YR55 LLE registered?

YR55 LLE is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is YR55 LLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR55 LLE shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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