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CA59 NSO

2009 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

143,061 mi
Last recorded143,061 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2024
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA59 NSO
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2024 143,061 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2024 143,059 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2023 128,563 miles

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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

Fail 6 Jun 2023 128,522 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2022 123,232 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 17 Mar 2022 123,226 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 114,780 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Mar 2020 107,117 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2020 107,117 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 97,817 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside & nearside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Feb 2019 97,708 miles

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded nearside - front to rear section (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Steering locking device missing track rod end securing nut (2.1.3 (d))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside & nearside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 90,299 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2016 76,390 miles

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

Fail 7 Dec 2016 76,390 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 62,709 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 46,359 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2014 36,692 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2014 36,692 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2012 27,307 miles

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

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

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

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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CA59 NSO is a 2009 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 CA59 NSO, 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

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What year was CA59 NSO registered?

CA59 NSO is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is CA59 NSO safe to buy?

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