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EN08 NJV

2008 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

139,499 mi
Last recorded139,499 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN08 NJV
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2023 139,499 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 134,510 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 128,989 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 122,364 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 111,491 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 100,106 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 100,106 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 88,423 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 27 Jul 2017 88,423 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to back (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 73,756 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 66,354 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

unable to fuully inspect brakes through wheels

Pass 17 Jul 2014 57,037 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 46,383 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

passenger airbag off

Pass 9 Jul 2012 34,807 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

wipers starting to smear

Pass 22 Jul 2011 24,357 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

unable to test center rear and offside rear seat belts as inaccesable

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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EN08 NJV is a 2008 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 EN08 NJV, 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

How do I check the history of EN08 NJV?

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What year was EN08 NJV registered?

EN08 NJV is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is EN08 NJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN08 NJV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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