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FG08 SVD

2008 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

87,117 mi
Last recorded87,117 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 SVD
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2017 87,117 miles

Cut to nearside front outer tyre wall

Front brake discs lipped

Front suspension arm bushes perished

Front tyres slightly perished & wearing on edges

Oil sump corroded

Play in nearside front suspension arm ball joint

Fail 10 Mar 2017 87,117 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Cut to nearside front outer tyre wall

Front brake discs lipped

Front suspension arm bushes perished

Front tyres slightly perished & wearing on edges

Front wiper blades in poor condition

Oil sump corroded

Play in nearside front suspension arm ball joint

Pass 8 Mar 2016 79,811 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 69,676 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2015 69,676 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 59,300 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 49,133 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 37,808 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 27,450 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 SVD is a 2008 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SVD, 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 SVD registered?

FG08 SVD is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is FG08 SVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 SVD shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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