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CU09 ZMZ

2009 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

71,498 mi
Last recorded71,498 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2020
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU09 ZMZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2020 71,498 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2020 71,498 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2019 68,220 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2019 68,220 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cord showing (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 59,121 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (7.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement fore most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement fore most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 54,475 miles

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

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 9 Jun 2016 49,164 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 42,132 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2014 34,476 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 26,627 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2013 26,627 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 17,277 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 17,277 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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CU09 ZMZ is a 2009 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,399cc petrol 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 CU09 ZMZ, 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 CU09 ZMZ registered?

CU09 ZMZ is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 4 March 2009.

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The MOT history for CU09 ZMZ 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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