2005 KIA RIO 1.4L Petrol · FV55 BVE
2005 KIA RIO (1.4L, petrol). First registered 11 Nov 2005. Recorded mileage 116,934 miles. MOT valid until 28 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA RIO
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 116,934 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FV55 BVE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/08/2026
- 116,934 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FV55 BVE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Kia Rio (FV55 BVE) between August 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))”; “Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
FV55 BVE Mileage History
- 27/08/2024112,045 mi
- 30/08/2024112,051 mi+6 mi
- 28/08/2025114,362 mi+2,311 mi
- 20/08/2026116,906 mi+2,544 mi
- 22/08/2026116,934 mi+28 mi
Average of roughly 2,464 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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