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YU53 KTF

2004 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

65,690 mi
Last recorded65,690 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2013
Typical for 2004 Kia Rio51,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU53 KTF
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2013 65,690 miles

corrosion on fuel pipes

secuirity of n/s c.v.boot & slight grease leak

security of exhaust fr5ont mounting

Pass 15 Feb 2012 55,326 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2012 55,324 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 49,084 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 40,317 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2009 32,366 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 24,853 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 17,639 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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YU53 KTF is a 2004 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2004 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 51,001 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 YU53 KTF, 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 22 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 YU53 KTF registered?

YU53 KTF is a 2004 Kia Rio, first registered on 29 January 2004.

Is YU53 KTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU53 KTF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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