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AP08 DVT

2008 Kia Rio

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

32,716 mi
Last recorded32,716 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 DVT
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 32,716 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 32,616 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working 2 (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened 2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded 2 (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive near rear axle mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2025 32,615 miles

Service brake excessively binding both fronts (1.2.1 (f))

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working 2 (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened 2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded 2 (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive near rear axle mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 32,433 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

under side corroded from standing

Fail 14 Jun 2024 32,433 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both rears (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Service brake excessively binding both fronts (1.2.1 (f))

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both fronts 195/55/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Valve stem seriously damaged both fronts (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

under side corroded from standing

Pass 12 Jun 2023 32,253 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Jun 2023 32,253 miles

Service brake excessively binding both fronts (1.2.1 (f))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 31,454 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 30,224 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 29,533 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2020 29,533 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 28,446 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 26,475 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Apr 2018 26,475 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

tracking needs adjusting tyre wear as on room in joints

Pass 22 May 2017 24,825 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 23,437 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 22,011 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 20,057 miles

rear tyres perished

Pass 15 May 2013 17,475 miles

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

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

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

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

both front tyres perishing slightly

n/s washer partially blocked

Pass 14 May 2012 14,409 miles

(1) Both front tyres worn close to limit. 3mm.

Pass 11 May 2011 10,734 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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AP08 DVT is a 2008 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AP08 DVT, 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 AP08 DVT registered?

AP08 DVT is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 21 May 2008.

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