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AC08 OOU

2008 Kia Rio

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

89,266 mi
Last recorded89,266 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 OOU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2021 89,266 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage to steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 88,025 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 86,620 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 86,610 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 83,049 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 79,942 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 76,812 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Removed items from drivers view before test

Pass 15 Apr 2015 71,470 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 63,300 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Apr 2013 49,282 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 49,282 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 34,325 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 24,090 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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AC08 OOU is a 2008 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AC08 OOU, 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.

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What year was AC08 OOU registered?

AC08 OOU is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is AC08 OOU safe to buy?

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