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YT05 SSU

2005 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2024
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

85,515 mi
Last recorded85,515 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Kia Rio53,878 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT05 SSU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2023 85,515 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 11 Oct 2023 85,515 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn [ both side ] (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect [ both side ] (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2022 80,904 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 80,904 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 74,892 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Surface corrosion underneath the car

Fail 5 Oct 2021 74,892 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Surface corrosion underneath the car

Pass 13 Oct 2020 70,820 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2020 70,819 miles

Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 68,440 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2018 66,664 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 66,654 miles

Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 62,420 miles

Front Unable to make clear inspection of inner pads

Offside Rear Seat belt slow to retract fully, requires slight helping hand.

Offside Rear Tyre sidewalls cracking

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Fail 20 Nov 2017 62,420 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)

Front Unable to make clear inspection of inner pads

Offside Rear Seat belt slow to retract fully, requires slight helping hand.

Offside Rear Tyre sidewalls cracking

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Nov 2016 59,070 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 13 Nov 2015 56,065 miles

oil leak

Fail 12 Nov 2015 56,065 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both sides (2.7.3)

Rear brake drum in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

oil leak

Pass 12 Nov 2014 55,161 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 7 Nov 2013 53,893 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2012 52,975 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Nov 2011 48,950 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 48,950 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 44,665 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Nov 2010 44,665 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2009 40,976 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2009 37,048 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 37,048 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2008 30,594 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 30,304 miles

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

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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YT05 SSU is a 2005 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YT05 SSU, 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.

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What year was YT05 SSU registered?

YT05 SSU is a 2005 Kia Rio, first registered on 15 March 2005.

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