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FG08 SSJ

2008 Kia Rio

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

97,962 mi
Last recorded97,962 miles
Recorded on5 May 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 SSJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2021 97,962 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 89,508 miles
Fail 6 May 2020 89,508 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2019 81,701 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 72,413 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 64,096 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 54,632 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 54,632 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 May 2015 46,451 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 5 May 2015 46,451 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2014 38,029 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 29,691 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 May 2012 20,607 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 14,488 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 SSJ is a 2008 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SSJ, 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 FG08 SSJ registered?

FG08 SSJ is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is FG08 SSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 SSJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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