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AJ59 WXU

2009 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

107,583 mi
Last recorded107,583 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ59 WXU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2020 107,583 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush slightly detached (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose Secured using Tape (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 11 Dec 2020 107,583 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords marked (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords marked (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush slightly detached (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose Secured using Tape (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2019 99,868 miles

Track rod end ball joint has slight play both t/r/ends (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 92,528 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Dec 2018 92,528 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault reset light and clean near side front conection (1.6 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 84,084 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Dec 2017 84,084 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 73,135 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Dec 2015 59,919 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 52,374 miles

rear exhaust bracket broken

rear wiper split

Pass 12 Nov 2013 45,702 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

high level brake light inop

offside front wiper split

Pass 9 Nov 2012 36,404 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 WXU is a 2009 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WXU, 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 WXU registered?

AJ59 WXU is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 12 November 2009.

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