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BG09 VLF

2009 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,435 mi
Last recorded21,435 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG09 VLF
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2026 21,435 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 20,520 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 19,549 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2023 18,644 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2022 17,709 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 17,003 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 16,216 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 15,428 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 14,452 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 13,399 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 12,425 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 10,729 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 9,341 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 7,977 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 6,422 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 VLF is a 2009 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VLF, 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 BG09 VLF registered?

BG09 VLF is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 July 2009.

Is BG09 VLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG09 VLF shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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