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EF09 NVJ

2009 Kia Rio

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

158,672 mi
Last recorded158,672 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 158,672 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 152,372 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported offside and nearside front to rears (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 146,541 miles

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

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))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 141,070 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 136,289 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2021 136,289 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 130,937 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 5 Sep 2020 130,937 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit at time of test (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 125,706 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 115,261 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 104,048 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 94,271 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 78,703 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 58,557 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 58,557 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 48,462 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 33,114 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 NVJ is a 2009 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 NVJ, 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.

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What year was EF09 NVJ registered?

EF09 NVJ is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 7 July 2009.

Is EF09 NVJ safe to buy?

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