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EF08 ZHX

2008 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,369 mi
Last recorded88,369 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 ZHX
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 28 May 2026 88,369 miles

General corrosion to under side of vehicle

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 84,298 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 79,809 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 75,200 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Rear Axel slightly corroded

Pass 8 Jun 2022 70,198 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

High level brake light inop

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Axle corrosion

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2021 65,579 miles

Engine sump corroded

General corrosion to underside components

Pass 29 May 2020 61,537 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 56,328 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 50,662 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn inner edge

Pass 1 Jun 2017 44,776 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 38,659 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre inner edge wearing thin

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 32,724 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 28,319 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 24,037 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 19,721 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 29,427 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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EF08 ZHX is a 2008 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EF08 ZHX, 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 EF08 ZHX registered?

EF08 ZHX is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 July 2008.

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