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AV08 UEK

2008 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,133 mi
Last recorded119,133 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 UEK
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2019 119,133 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2018 117,280 miles

Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 18 May 2017 114,056 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 114,056 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 20 May 2016 101,825 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges n/s and o/s (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 May 2015 90,067 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 22 May 2015 90,067 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 May 2014 77,842 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 63,794 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 63,793 miles

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

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 9 May 2012 51,731 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Pass 13 May 2011 40,624 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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AV08 UEK is a 2008 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AV08 UEK, 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 AV08 UEK registered?

AV08 UEK is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is AV08 UEK safe to buy?

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