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DY08 URV

2008 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,977 mi
Last recorded96,977 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 URV
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2018 96,977 miles

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

general under body wear

Fail 4 Sep 2018 96,977 miles

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

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

general under body wear

Pass 13 Mar 2018 91,973 miles

Nearside Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 80,629 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 80,585 miles

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 68,747 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 57,417 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 57,417 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2014 46,625 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 37,872 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2012 29,680 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 22,006 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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DY08 URV is a 2008 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DY08 URV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY08 URV registered?

DY08 URV is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is DY08 URV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY08 URV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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