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FE08 FYP

2008 Kia Rio

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2025
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

177,534 mi
Last recorded177,534 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 FYP
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2024 177,534 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2024 176,934 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2022 144,305 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2022 143,406 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 111,516 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2021 111,243 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2021 111,128 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2021 109,306 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 95,400 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 80,719 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 61,999 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of an adult seat belt

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 54,050 miles

Both rear tyre splitting on inner sidewalls.

Pass 28 Feb 2014 45,795 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 37,975 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2013 37,971 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 29,863 miles

Front tyres need chnging soon.

Pass 18 Feb 2011 22,035 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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FE08 FYP is a 2008 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 FE08 FYP, 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 FE08 FYP?

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What year was FE08 FYP registered?

FE08 FYP is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FE08 FYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE08 FYP shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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