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EJ08 KUP

2008 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

108,033 mi
Last recorded108,033 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ08 KUP
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2023 108,033 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2023 108,033 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 103,128 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 97,687 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 8 Feb 2021 97,687 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Feb 2020 92,738 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 86,295 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 76,739 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 29 Jan 2018 76,739 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 67,360 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2016 58,386 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 49,850 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 47,576 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 41,201 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 34,240 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 26,163 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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EJ08 KUP is a 2008 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EJ08 KUP, 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.

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What year was EJ08 KUP registered?

EJ08 KUP is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is EJ08 KUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ08 KUP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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