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EF09 EUE

2009 Kia Rio

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

35,440 mi
Last recorded35,440 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF09 EUE
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 35,440 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2024 34,241 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush split and slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2023 32,690 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also devoid of tread on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also devoid of tread on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2022 30,014 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2021 27,121 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 25,392 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2019 22,994 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2019 22,994 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2018 21,149 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 19,340 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2017 19,340 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 17,368 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 14,399 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 12,301 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 9,965 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 8,032 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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EF09 EUE is a 2009 Kia Rio in Blue 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 EF09 EUE, 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

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What year was EF09 EUE registered?

EF09 EUE is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 14 July 2009.

Is EF09 EUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF09 EUE 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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