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YR55 VVL

2005 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

147,774 mi
Last recorded147,774 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR55 VVL
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2018 147,774 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 133,016 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 131,529 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2016 129,167 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 128,914 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 29 Sep 2015 128,632 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 1 Sep 2014 119,369 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 119,369 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 110,499 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 98,398 miles

Offside Front Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 87,171 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 80,173 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2009 64,541 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 38,143 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 VVL is a 2005 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VVL, 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 VVL registered?

YR55 VVL is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is YR55 VVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR55 VVL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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