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BF58 VJN

2008 Kia Rio

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

40,988 mi
Last recorded40,988 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF58 VJN
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2021 40,988 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 39,181 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 36,986 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 36,986 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 34,706 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 32,060 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 29,585 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 26,688 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 23,757 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 20,708 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 17,649 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 14,028 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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BF58 VJN is a 2008 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BF58 VJN, 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 BF58 VJN registered?

BF58 VJN is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 10 September 2008.

Is BF58 VJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF58 VJN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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