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DK51 NLM

2001 Kia Rio LX

Beige Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,816 mi
Last recorded39,816 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2009
Typical for 2001 Kia Rio LX49,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK51 NLM
MakeKia
ModelRio LX
Year2001
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2009 39,816 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2008 32,104 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 31,937 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 16 Feb 2007 23,624 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 21,340 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 21,340 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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DK51 NLM is a 2001 Kia Rio LX in Beige with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Kia Rio LX models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 49,363 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 LX fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK51 NLM, 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 25 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 DK51 NLM registered?

DK51 NLM is a 2001 Kia Rio LX, first registered on 18 September 2001.

Is DK51 NLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK51 NLM shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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