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FH08 LKO

2008 Kia Rio

Grey Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

128,072 mi
Last recorded128,072 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 LKO
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2020 128,072 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 17 Jun 2019 123,569 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 115,341 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 115,341 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 105,389 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 105,389 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 96,052 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 96,052 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jun 2015 84,299 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2015 84,299 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 74,607 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 64,241 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 64,241 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 51,820 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 39,410 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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FH08 LKO is a 2008 Kia Rio in Grey with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LKO, 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 LKO registered?

FH08 LKO is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 4 July 2008.

Is FH08 LKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH08 LKO shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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