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CA08 HEJ

2008 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

112,845 mi
Last recorded112,845 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 HEJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2016 112,845 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 97,265 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge.

Fail 25 Jun 2015 97,265 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres wearing on inner edge.

rear discs corroded

Pass 10 Jul 2014 88,523 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 May 2013 86,118 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 30 May 2013 86,118 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 May 2012 73,235 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 73,235 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 55,668 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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CA08 HEJ is a 2008 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 60,428 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 CA08 HEJ, 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 18 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CA08 HEJ registered?

CA08 HEJ is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is CA08 HEJ safe to buy?

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