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DU59 LZL

2009 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

76,853 mi
Last recorded76,853 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU59 LZL
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 76,853 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 73,447 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2024 73,444 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 63,196 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2023 63,196 miles

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

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 22 Sep 2022 53,494 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 50,539 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 49,243 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective but system still supported (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 47,013 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2018 43,107 miles

nearside rear tyre measures below 3.0mm

Fail 6 Sep 2018 43,107 miles

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

nearside rear tyre measures below 3.0mm

Pass 7 Sep 2017 38,552 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 33,968 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 29,641 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 23,949 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 18,936 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 12,850 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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DU59 LZL is a 2009 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DU59 LZL, 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

How do I check the history of DU59 LZL?

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What year was DU59 LZL registered?

DU59 LZL is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 16 September 2009.

Is DU59 LZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU59 LZL shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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