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A15 LAK

2008 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,163 mi
Last recorded58,163 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 LAK
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 58,163 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2025 58,162 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 54,785 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2024 54,785 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

NAIL IN O,S,R TYRE

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 50,177 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2023 50,177 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 47,174 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2022 47,174 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 44,385 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2021 44,383 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Aug 2020 40,641 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 38,441 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 35,257 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 32,023 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit offside+nearside-------edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 29,172 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 27,232 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 23,738 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 19,765 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 16,935 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 12,577 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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A15 LAK is a 2008 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 60,428 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 A15 LAK, 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 18 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A15 LAK registered?

A15 LAK is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is A15 LAK safe to buy?

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