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BL57 XAZ

2008 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,236 mi
Last recorded56,236 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2016
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL57 XAZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2016 56,236 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 56,236 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2015 32,882 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 48,904 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 44,636 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 38,881 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 31,816 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 31,662 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

wheel alignment appears to require adjustment

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 XAZ is a 2008 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XAZ, 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 XAZ registered?

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

Is BL57 XAZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL57 XAZ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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