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FG08 RNN

2008 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,790 mi
Last recorded62,790 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 RNN
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 62,790 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 3 May 2019 62,790 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 3 May 2018 49,690 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 49,689 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2017 43,122 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 43,094 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2016 39,558 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 35,581 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 29,333 miles

Both front tyres wearing low on edges

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 25,307 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2012 20,495 miles

corrosion in rear brake discs

Pass 24 Mar 2011 15,364 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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FG08 RNN is a 2008 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 FG08 RNN, 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 FG08 RNN registered?

FG08 RNN is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 27 March 2008.

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