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BG09 LVS

2009 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

100,693 mi
Last recorded100,693 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2020
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG09 LVS
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2020 100,693 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 100,693 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 96,137 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2020 96,137 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 86,759 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 80,065 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 70,011 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2017 70,004 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 60,119 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 52,065 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 37,873 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 24,782 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 13,511 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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BG09 LVS is a 2009 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BG09 LVS, 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 BG09 LVS registered?

BG09 LVS is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 25 June 2009.

Is BG09 LVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG09 LVS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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