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DV08 UTW

2008 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

57,175 mi
Last recorded57,175 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 UTW
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 57,175 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both fronts inners (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts inners (3.5.1i)

Fail 28 Apr 2017 57,168 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both fronts inners (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts inners (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 43,965 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

nail in nearside rear tyre.

unable to inspect offside rear seat belt due to child seat fitted.

Pass 24 Apr 2015 40,336 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 30,208 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

slight play in nearside front drop link

Pass 15 Apr 2013 25,035 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 20,466 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 16,183 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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DV08 UTW is a 2008 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 DV08 UTW, 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 DV08 UTW registered?

DV08 UTW is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is DV08 UTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV08 UTW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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