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AU58 VAV

2008 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

100,208 mi
Last recorded100,208 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU58 VAV
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2021 100,208 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 96,547 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 91,757 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 86,339 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 896,339 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2017 79,568 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 72,228 miles

front and rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 7 May 2015 64,225 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 56,325 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 56,325 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 9 May 2013 48,150 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 41,366 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 41,366 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 40,477 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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AU58 VAV is a 2008 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AU58 VAV, 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 AU58 VAV registered?

AU58 VAV is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is AU58 VAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU58 VAV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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