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DY59 RUO

2009 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

57,241 mi
Last recorded57,241 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY59 RUO
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 57,241 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 49,870 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Lamp damaged

Rear Fog light damaged

Fail 14 Oct 2024 49,865 miles

Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Lamp damaged

Rear Fog light damaged

Pass 30 Aug 2023 42,438 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 42,290 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 40,599 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 40,105 miles

Both rear tyres starting to perish.

Front Both brake discs in poor condition on inside face.

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 39,603 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear wiper blade split

Pass 7 Sep 2018 39,925 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 34,193 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 30,831 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 28,712 miles

Offside Rear tyre slightly perished

front tyres are scrubbed on the inside edge

Fail 11 Sep 2015 28,712 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre slightly perished

front tyres are scrubbed on the inside edge

Pass 5 Sep 2014 26,461 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 23,734 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 20,851 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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DY59 RUO is a 2009 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DY59 RUO, 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 DY59 RUO?

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What year was DY59 RUO registered?

DY59 RUO is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 16 September 2009.

Is DY59 RUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY59 RUO shows 16 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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