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BK58 UJE

2008 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

101,592 mi
Last recorded101,592 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK58 UJE
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2021 101,592 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2021 101,591 miles

Nearside Track rod end modified such that the steering is adversely affected (2.1.3 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 98,049 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer: jets blocked but sufficient fluid to windscreen

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen washer: jets blocked but sufficient fluid to windscreen

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 25 Sep 2019 94,019 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 94,019 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 85,975 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 85,975 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 77,609 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 70,319 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 70,319 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2015 61,883 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 51,520 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 41,232 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside rear tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

Fail 18 Sep 2013 41,232 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

nearside rear tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

Pass 27 Sep 2012 30,036 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 20,315 miles

all rear headrests not fitted suggest refit headrests as headrests prevent a lot of personal injury in the event of a accident

n/s o/s front tyres tread area worn low eg n/s 2,5mm o/s 3mm legal limit 1,6mm suggest change now or soon

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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BK58 UJE is a 2008 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2008 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 60,428 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 BK58 UJE, 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 18 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BK58 UJE registered?

BK58 UJE is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 September 2008.

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