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BV09 SZT

2009 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

74,521 mi
Last recorded74,521 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2015
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV09 SZT
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 17 Jul 2015 74,521 miles

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

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

rear tyres on wear limit and worn out on inner edge only pass due to raised tread pattern, advise replacement.

Pass 17 Jul 2015 74,521 miles

rear tyres on wear limit and worn out on inner edge only pass due to raised tread pattern, advise replacement.

Pass 21 Jul 2014 51,408 miles

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

rear tyres wearing on inner edge.

Fail 24 Jul 2013 25,321 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 25,321 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 20,390 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 14,546 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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BV09 SZT is a 2009 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BV09 SZT, 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 BV09 SZT?

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What year was BV09 SZT registered?

BV09 SZT is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is BV09 SZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV09 SZT shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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