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CA08 MVY

2008 Kia Rio

Grey Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

82,359 mi
Last recorded82,359 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 MVY
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2020 82,359 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 24 Nov 2020 82,352 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 79,257 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

unable to see rear pads clearly

Fail 16 Apr 2019 79,224 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

unable to see rear pads clearly

Pass 24 Apr 2018 78,500 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 78,479 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 76,573 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 76,573 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 69,394 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2016 69,394 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2015 60,240 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 60,240 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 6 May 2014 48,201 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2013 38,339 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 30,811 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 22,632 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/mirro insecure

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 MVY is a 2008 Kia Rio in Grey with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 MVY, 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 MVY registered?

CA08 MVY is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is CA08 MVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA08 MVY shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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