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BF59 HKG

2009 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

134,588 mi
Last recorded134,588 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF59 HKG
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2023 134,588 miles

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

engine cover/under trays

Fail 19 Oct 2023 134,587 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

engine cover/under trays

Pass 20 Oct 2022 118,566 miles

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear light lens broke

Fail 20 Oct 2022 118,566 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear light lens broke

Pass 12 Oct 2021 107,744 miles

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

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

engine cover

Fail 12 Oct 2021 107,744 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

engine cover

Pass 13 Mar 2020 103,598 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2020 103,595 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 98,025 miles

slight wear n/s/front tyre outer edge

Fail 5 Mar 2019 98,025 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))

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

slight wear n/s/front tyre outer edge

Pass 1 Mar 2018 92,862 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 86,126 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 81,779 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 71,628 miles

Nearside slight body damage front & rear bumper

Fail 24 Aug 2015 71,628 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner tread edge (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner tread edge (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside slight body damage front & rear bumper

Pass 26 Aug 2014 59,627 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 46,620 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 36,621 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 36,621 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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BF59 HKG is a 2009 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 BF59 HKG, 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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BF59 HKG is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 25 September 2009.

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