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BJ10 EOL

2010 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2025
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

179,769 mi
Last recorded179,769 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2024
Typical for 2010 Kia Rio56,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ10 EOL
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2024 179,769 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2024 173,763 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 160,067 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2023 159,966 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 146,016 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 136,569 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Nov 2021 136,569 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 128,606 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 108,248 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 88,787 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 73,317 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 73,308 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 May 2016 62,051 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 49,657 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 49,657 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2014 38,867 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 May 2014 38,867 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 29,255 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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BJ10 EOL is a 2010 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2010 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 56,182 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 BJ10 EOL, 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 16 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BJ10 EOL is a 2010 Kia Rio, first registered on 18 May 2010.

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