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EA08 FVN

2008 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

102,424 mi
Last recorded102,424 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 FVN
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2021 102,424 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 102,424 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 98,285 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 90,472 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2018 86,154 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2018 86,154 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2017 81,142 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 71,710 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 60,582 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2014 49,361 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 36,583 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 26,504 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 23,276 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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EA08 FVN is a 2008 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 EA08 FVN, 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 EA08 FVN registered?

EA08 FVN is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 22 April 2008.

Is EA08 FVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA08 FVN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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