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AV59 PCU

2009 Kia Rio

White Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

91,458 mi
Last recorded91,458 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV59 PCU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 91,458 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2025 80,715 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 72,363 miles

Front Registration plate damaged

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 65,774 miles

Front Suspension components corroded.

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 57,703 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 44,553 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 42,548 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 40,223 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 35,538 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt incorrectly also

Pass 25 Oct 2017 30,570 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 30,548 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2016 30,548 miles

Rear rear brake application uneven Brake imbalance 61% (3.7.B.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 30,155 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 25,599 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 20,590 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 16,318 miles

front tyres wearing thin on inner edge

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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AV59 PCU is a 2009 Kia Rio in White with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AV59 PCU, 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 AV59 PCU registered?

AV59 PCU is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 21 October 2009.

Is AV59 PCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV59 PCU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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