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BF59 LKN

2009 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

30,935 mi
Last recorded30,935 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF59 LKN
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 30,935 miles

OIL LEVEL LOW

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge , and badly worn on inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 23,901 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil , starting to leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2024 15,870 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective , worn /torn , requirements just met (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective , worn /torn requirements just met (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil . starting to leak , requirements just met (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 5,881 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 5,879 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 5,872 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 8 Sep 2020 5,866 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 5,866 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2019 5,685 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185/65/14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 4,977 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 4,273 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 3,945 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 3,945 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2015 3,649 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 3,199 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 2,732 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 2,196 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 LKN is a 2009 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 BF59 LKN, 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 BF59 LKN registered?

BF59 LKN is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is BF59 LKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF59 LKN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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