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AY08 XSK

2008 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

110,829 mi
Last recorded110,829 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 XSK
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2020 110,829 miles

engine oil close to minimum

power steering noisy recommend further investigation

Fail 29 Jan 2020 110,829 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

engine oil close to minimum

power steering noisy recommend further investigation

Pass 25 Jan 2019 97,748 miles

Front tyres very bad inner edge

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play borderline pass (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play borderline pass (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 88,667 miles

Offside Front inner & outer tyre walls slight cracking also wearing quite badly inner edge

drivers wiper rubber poor

Pass 3 Feb 2017 77,715 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 67,812 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 66,281 miles

offside front tyre has outer side wall damage but not down to cord construction

Fail 18 Jul 2015 66,281 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

offside front tyre has outer side wall damage but not down to cord construction

Pass 5 Jul 2014 63,288 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres have outer side wall damage

both rear tyres badly cracked, split and perished

engine oil level very low

incorrect battery fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2013 61,526 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 59,771 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 50,659 miles

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

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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AY08 XSK is a 2008 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AY08 XSK, 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 AY08 XSK registered?

AY08 XSK is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AY08 XSK safe to buy?

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