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BN59 LRA

2009 Kia Rio

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

138,645 mi
Last recorded138,645 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2023
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 LRA
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2023 138,645 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 126,472 miles
Fail 5 May 2022 126,472 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 May 2021 113,904 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 100,480 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 87,126 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 73,461 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2015 73,452 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2014 63,522 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 20 Oct 2014 63,522 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 52,197 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2013 52,197 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 39,691 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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 LRA is a 2009 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LRA, 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

How do I check the history of BN59 LRA?

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What year was BN59 LRA registered?

BN59 LRA is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 7 September 2009.

Is BN59 LRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN59 LRA shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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