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FG58 HBJ

2008 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

83,916 mi
Last recorded83,916 miles
Recorded on9 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG58 HBJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2019 83,916 miles

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust Bracket Needs Welding (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front To Rear Brake Pipes x 2 Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 78,394 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 71,230 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2017 71,230 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2016 63,468 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 54,127 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2014 45,361 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 38,731 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 38,731 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Apr 2012 29,685 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 24,521 miles

Both front tyres are wearing on the inner edges badly reccomend immediate attention and wheel alignment checking

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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FG58 HBJ is a 2008 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FG58 HBJ, 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 FG58 HBJ registered?

FG58 HBJ is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is FG58 HBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG58 HBJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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