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BN59 DCX

2009 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,069 mi
Last recorded48,069 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 DCX
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 48,069 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

rear axle corroded

Fail 11 Jun 2026 48,068 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

rear axle corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2025 46,685 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 45,895 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 44,001 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working centre (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

exhaust front flexi slightly worn

Pass 14 Jun 2022 43,107 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2022 43,107 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 175/70R14-84T (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 175/70R14-84T (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2021 41,987 miles

Nearside Washer jet weak but sufficient water on screen

Pass 24 Jun 2020 40,808 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 39,191 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 36,808 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2018 36,802 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/70R14 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Oct 2017 32,183 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2017 32,183 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2016 27,503 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 22,845 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 22,845 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2014 17,684 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 13,908 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 9,724 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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BN59 DCX is a 2009 Kia Rio in Black 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 BN59 DCX, 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.

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What year was BN59 DCX registered?

BN59 DCX is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 6 October 2009.

Is BN59 DCX safe to buy?

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