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AX09 DJY

2009 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

127,170 mi
Last recorded127,170 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2018
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX09 DJY
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2018 127,170 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 117,865 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 112,306 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre close to limit(would advise replacing)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to limit and worn inner and outer edge(would advise replacing)

Oil leak Intercooler area ()

Rear Tyres Both worn uneven, perished and worn inner edge(would advise replacing)

Fail 18 Aug 2016 112,306 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre close to limit(would advise replacing)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to limit and worn inner and outer edge(would advise replacing)

Oil leak Intercooler area ()

Rear Tyres Both worn uneven, perished and worn inner edge(would advise replacing)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 102,070 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear tyres side walls perished

Fail 10 Aug 2015 102,070 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear tyres side walls perished

Pass 20 Aug 2014 88,844 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 88,843 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 72,781 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 72,781 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 55,101 miles

offside front tyre 2mm

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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AX09 DJY is a 2009 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 AX09 DJY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AX09 DJY registered?

AX09 DJY is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 21 August 2009.

Is AX09 DJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX09 DJY shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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