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EN57 YLA

2008 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2024
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

109,855 mi
Last recorded109,855 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN57 YLA
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2023 109,855 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2023 109,855 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 107,275 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Screeching noise coming from engine bay

Windscreen wiper blade defective slightly smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2022 107,270 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Screeching noise coming from engine bay

Windscreen wiper blade defective slightly smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 103,547 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Nov 2021 103,547 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 98,515 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2020 98,515 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2019 94,974 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2019 94,974 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear 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 9 Nov 2018 91,555 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2018 91,555 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2017 87,293 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2017 87,293 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2016 82,019 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 73,199 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2015 73,199 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 65,033 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 56,455 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 56,455 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2012 47,118 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 38,455 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 27,704 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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EN57 YLA is a 2008 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YLA, 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 EN57 YLA registered?

EN57 YLA is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 13 January 2008.

Is EN57 YLA safe to buy?

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