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BF59 LKZ

2009 Kia Rio

White Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

14,106 mi
Last recorded14,106 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2022
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF59 LKZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2022 14,106 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 9 Sep 2022 14,102 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside 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))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 17,827 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2021 12,825 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))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear wiper blade worn

Pass 7 Sep 2020 12,343 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 11,664 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 11,664 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2018 10,533 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 8,906 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 8,906 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 30 Aug 2016 6,716 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 4,808 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 3,949 miles

n/s wiper blade split.

Pass 2 Sep 2013 3,124 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 2,584 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 LKZ is a 2009 Kia Rio in White with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LKZ, 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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What year was BF59 LKZ registered?

BF59 LKZ is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 15 September 2009.

Is BF59 LKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF59 LKZ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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