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FV08 FNH

2008 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

135,727 mi
Last recorded135,727 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 FNH
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2020 135,727 miles

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

rear tyres low/worn on inner edges

Pass 12 Nov 2019 129,265 miles

n/s/f tyre low/bold on inner/outer edges

o/s/f tyre low/bold on inner/outer edges

Pass 16 Nov 2018 118,786 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 118,781 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 107,723 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2017 107,095 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2016 93,881 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 82,450 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 82,450 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 71,499 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 19 Nov 2013 59,411 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 46,426 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2012 46,426 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 36,778 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 26,730 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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FV08 FNH is a 2008 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FV08 FNH, 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 FV08 FNH registered?

FV08 FNH is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 14 April 2008.

Is FV08 FNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 FNH shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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