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BL57 XAW

2008 Kia Rio

Grey Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

80,555 mi
Last recorded80,555 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL57 XAW
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2019 80,555 miles

Both front to rear brake pipes corroded.

Both front tyres worn slightly on edges.

Pass 22 Jan 2018 73,711 miles

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

Fail 22 Jan 2018 73,711 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 67,464 miles

Nearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 23 Jan 2017 67,464 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 57,139 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 48,494 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 39,557 miles

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front airbag switched off

slight sticking on offside rear brake when vehicle body raised /jacked.

Pass 18 Jan 2013 30,972 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 23,610 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 17,059 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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BL57 XAW is a 2008 Kia Rio in Grey with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 BL57 XAW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BL57 XAW registered?

BL57 XAW is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is BL57 XAW safe to buy?

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