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FM08 OLN

2008 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

110,120 mi
Last recorded110,120 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 OLN
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 110,120 miles

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2025 106,457 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 101,728 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 83,225 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2022 67,572 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Jan 2021 49,101 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre perishing

Pass 28 Jan 2020 37,588 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 36,868 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 33,888 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 29,789 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)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 26,093 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 23,019 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 19,151 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 18,936 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 19 Aug 2013 18,936 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 16,095 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 12,330 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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FM08 OLN is a 2008 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 FM08 OLN, 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 FM08 OLN registered?

FM08 OLN is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 21 August 2008.

Is FM08 OLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM08 OLN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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