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FG58 LCT

2008 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

108,208 mi
Last recorded108,208 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG58 LCT
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 108,208 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2024 103,626 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2024 103,590 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 97,857 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Aug 2023 97,851 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre multiple ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 92,260 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm front bush unbonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 85,092 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm front bush unbonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 79,673 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 71,729 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 May 2019 71,729 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner tread stepped / cracked recommend replacement asap (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 62,592 miles

O/S/F tyre worn below 1.6mm of tread on inner edge

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

Slight corrosion both front to rear brake pipes

Slight deterioration of both rear tyres evident (surface cracks)

coil spring corroded Both front (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 55,865 miles

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 12 Sep 2016 53,185 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 48,444 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 44,663 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 39,756 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 34,452 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 7 Sep 2012 34,452 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Sep 2011 27,541 miles

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

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

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 LCT is a 2008 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LCT, 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 LCT registered?

FG58 LCT is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is FG58 LCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG58 LCT shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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