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BN59 GWJ

2009 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

104,213 mi
Last recorded104,213 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2021
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 GWJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2021 104,213 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2021 104,000 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2020 99,902 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front and rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Jan 2020 99,902 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front and rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 95,323 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2018 87,980 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 82,336 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 71,805 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 66,381 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 53,748 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2012 43,614 miles

damage to n/s sill

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 GWJ is a 2009 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GWJ, 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 GWJ registered?

BN59 GWJ is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 12 November 2009.

Is BN59 GWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN59 GWJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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