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BN59 DGX

2009 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,286 mi
Last recorded52,286 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 DGX
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 52,286 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2025 50,573 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 48,918 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 47,199 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 45,069 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 43,263 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 42,537 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 40,798 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 39,465 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 38,401 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 34,868 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 31,688 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2015 31,688 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 28,355 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 28,355 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 24,176 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 24,176 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Sep 2012 13,794 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 DGX is a 2009 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DGX, 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 BN59 DGX registered?

BN59 DGX is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is BN59 DGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN59 DGX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BN59 DGX have outstanding finance?

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