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BN09 DZM

2009 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,007 mi
Last recorded88,007 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN09 DZM
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 88,007 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 86,375 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2025 86,375 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 84,776 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2023 82,437 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2023 82,437 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 79,149 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 76,032 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Feb 2021 76,032 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 74,250 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2019 70,095 miles

all 4 tyres starting to crack around circumference.

Pass 21 Feb 2018 64,215 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 59,246 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 53,648 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 49,174 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 49,174 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 44,468 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 38,627 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 35,195 miles

both rear tyres perishing

Fail 17 Feb 2012 35,195 miles

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

both rear tyres perishing

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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BN09 DZM is a 2009 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BN09 DZM, 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 BN09 DZM registered?

BN09 DZM is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is BN09 DZM safe to buy?

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