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BF59 LVT

2009 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

72,259 mi
Last recorded72,259 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF59 LVT
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 72,259 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 64,707 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

corrosion underbody

Pass 29 Sep 2022 63,065 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2022 63,065 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 62,795 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 62,795 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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 23 Sep 2020 62,335 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 61,612 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 61,612 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2018 59,729 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 53,315 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 4 Sep 2017 53,315 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 47,190 miles

both rear tyres perished through threaded area

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 4 Sep 2015 40,535 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 34,959 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 28,693 miles

NEAR SIDE REAR TYRE SLIGHT CRACKS THROUGH TREAD AREA.

Pass 23 Aug 2012 21,390 miles

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

Offside Front 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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BF59 LVT is a 2009 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LVT, 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

How do I check the history of BF59 LVT?

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What year was BF59 LVT registered?

BF59 LVT is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is BF59 LVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF59 LVT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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