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FH08 FSE

2008 Kia Rio

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

102,756 mi
Last recorded102,756 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 FSE
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2021 102,756 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

rear bumper accident damage

Pass 22 Sep 2020 82,567 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 82,567 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed spare wheel/tyre fitted (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 63,624 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 59,983 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 55,656 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 51,853 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 47,041 miles

o.s.f tyre tread worn on inner edge.

Pass 24 Mar 2014 42,820 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 38,396 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 34,315 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)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 30,471 miles

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

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

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

n/s & o/s front tyres worn on inner edge

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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FH08 FSE is a 2008 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FH08 FSE, 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 FH08 FSE registered?

FH08 FSE is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is FH08 FSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH08 FSE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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