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BJ59 ZXN

2009 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

40,901 mi
Last recorded40,901 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ59 ZXN
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 40,901 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2025 38,397 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 37,125 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2024 37,125 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2023 35,399 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 31,136 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 26,493 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2020 22,293 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 11,595 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 11,550 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2017 11,313 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing outer edge

Pass 10 Oct 2016 10,881 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing edges

Pass 12 Oct 2015 10,274 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 9,394 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 8,103 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 6,525 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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BJ59 ZXN is a 2009 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BJ59 ZXN, 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 BJ59 ZXN?

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What year was BJ59 ZXN registered?

BJ59 ZXN is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 3 November 2009.

Is BJ59 ZXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ59 ZXN shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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