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EN57 YKX

2008 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

109,564 mi
Last recorded109,564 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN57 YKX
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 109,564 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 106,860 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2024 106,860 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working SIDE LIGHT (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 104,215 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2023 104,215 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2022 100,675 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2022 100,675 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2021 97,663 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 94,466 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 92,085 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 89,505 miles

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))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 86,459 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 81,472 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 76,225 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2015 76,224 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 68,022 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Dec 2013 59,354 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Dec 2012 50,601 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Dec 2011 41,910 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 33,122 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2010 32,898 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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EN57 YKX is a 2008 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 EN57 YKX, 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 EN57 YKX registered?

EN57 YKX is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 19 January 2008.

Is EN57 YKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN57 YKX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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