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EX08 YBM

2008 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

178,409 mi
Last recorded178,409 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 YBM
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2022 178,409 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 160,345 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2021 160,345 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 148,325 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 130,387 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 114,131 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 97,742 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 81,717 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 68,293 miles

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

nearside rear tyre cracking in between treads and nail in tyre

offside front and nearside front wiper blades deteriorating, recommend replacement

Fail 4 Mar 2015 68,292 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

nearside front tyre inner tread worn to legal limit (1.6mm) and inner shoulder worn , recommend renewal of tyre

nearside rear tyre cracking in between treads and nail in tyre

offside front and nearside front wiper blades deteriorating, recommend replacement

Pass 28 Feb 2014 56,871 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 46,823 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 27 Feb 2012 36,593 miles

handbrake cable's noisey when pulled up and down

Fail 27 Feb 2012 36,584 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

handbrake cable's noisey when pulled up and down

Pass 3 Mar 2011 27,979 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 27,979 miles

Offside 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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EX08 YBM is a 2008 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EX08 YBM, 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 EX08 YBM registered?

EX08 YBM is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is EX08 YBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 YBM shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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