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BJ59 ZYR

2009 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,037 mi
Last recorded34,037 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ59 ZYR
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 28 Nov 2025 34,037 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2024 33,085 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2023 31,533 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 29,784 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 28,520 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 25,450 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2019 22,920 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 22,683 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 22,057 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 19,525 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 15,180 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 11,456 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 9,598 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 6,930 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 ZYR is a 2009 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 BJ59 ZYR, 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 BJ59 ZYR registered?

BJ59 ZYR is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is BJ59 ZYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ59 ZYR shows 14 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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