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AM08 XSB

2008 Kia Rio

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

97,212 mi
Last recorded97,212 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 XSB
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2016 97,212 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 84,373 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

osf wiper is slightly smeary.

Fail 14 Apr 2015 84,373 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

osf wiper is slightly smeary.

Pass 14 Apr 2014 69,582 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 69,582 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 55,615 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 39,259 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

near side front windscreen wiper split and not cleaning screen as should

Fail 4 Apr 2012 39,259 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

near side front windscreen wiper split and not cleaning screen as should

Pass 24 Mar 2011 28,343 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 28,310 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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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AM08 XSB is a 2008 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AM08 XSB, 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 AM08 XSB registered?

AM08 XSB is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 17 April 2008.

Is AM08 XSB safe to buy?

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