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AJ59 VGN

2009 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

31,614 mi
Last recorded31,614 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ59 VGN
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 31,614 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 30,152 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 28,921 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 27,588 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber mount area slightly corroded.

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber mount area slightly corroded.

Pass 21 Oct 2021 26,382 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 26,382 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 25,382 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 24,252 miles

Front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 15 Oct 2018 22,272 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 20,507 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 18,287 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 15,259 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 12,692 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 10,598 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 8,275 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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AJ59 VGN is a 2009 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 55,116 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 AJ59 VGN, 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 17 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AJ59 VGN registered?

AJ59 VGN is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 29 October 2009.

Is AJ59 VGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ59 VGN shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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