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FV08 SSK

2008 Kia Rio

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

64,283 mi
Last recorded64,283 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 SSK
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2017 64,283 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 51,658 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2016 51,657 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 24 Oct 2015 39,645 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 27,175 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 24,654 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 20,200 miles

all 4 tyres age cracking on sidewalls

Pass 28 Apr 2012 17,170 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 13,778 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 SSK is a 2008 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FV08 SSK, 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 SSK registered?

FV08 SSK is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is FV08 SSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 SSK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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