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CV59 TSZ

2009 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2020
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

168,749 mi
Last recorded168,749 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2019
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV59 TSZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2019 168,749 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2019 168,749 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2018 164,817 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 164,817 miles

Front Position lamp not working both front side lights (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 149,071 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2017 149,071 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2016 127,484 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2016 127,484 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 103,289 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 103,289 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 78,060 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 58,357 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 58,357 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 31,606 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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CV59 TSZ is a 2009 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 CV59 TSZ, 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.

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What year was CV59 TSZ registered?

CV59 TSZ is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is CV59 TSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV59 TSZ shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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