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MC04 XAE

2004 Kia Rio LX

Blue Petrol 1343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,354 mi
Last recorded17,354 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2008
Typical for 2004 Kia Rio LX31,795 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC04 XAE
MakeKia
ModelRio LX
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 2 Aug 2008 17,354 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 2 Aug 2008 17,354 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Jul 2007 12,610 miles

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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MC04 XAE is a 2004 Kia Rio LX in Blue with a 1,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Kia Rio LX models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 31,795 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 MC04 XAE, 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 22 years old, this Kia Rio LX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MC04 XAE registered?

MC04 XAE is a 2004 Kia Rio LX, first registered on 30 July 2004.

Is MC04 XAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC04 XAE shows 3 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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