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FE08 YBR

2008 Kia Rio

Grey Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

87,034 mi
Last recorded87,034 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 YBR
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 87,034 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened thin in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded very rusty thin on limit (2.1.5 (g) (i))

hand brake feel rough in its operation

Fail 31 Mar 2026 87,024 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users fuel tank leaking from seams tank very rusty (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened very thin in places flaky and corroded ON LIMIT (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded on limit very rusty (2.1.5 (g) (i))

hand brake feels rough in is operation

Pass 26 Mar 2025 86,362 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Into rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 85,502 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 83,033 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 79,608 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2022 79,570 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2021 76,749 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively All (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 74,994 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 74,207 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 73,766 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear, been greased (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 28 Mar 2018 73,751 miles

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

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

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

Brake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Mar 2017 71,218 miles

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

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

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 65,034 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 55,767 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2014 48,460 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 41,324 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 33,584 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 27,840 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 YBR is a 2008 Kia Rio in Grey with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FE08 YBR, 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 FE08 YBR registered?

FE08 YBR is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 8 March 2008.

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