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FV08 YBS

2008 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

144,725 mi
Last recorded144,725 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 144,725 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 4 Nov 2025 144,675 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2024 137,626 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 130,381 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 126,510 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play inner tie rod end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 122,466 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 118,926 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2019 113,942 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 105,337 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2018 105,336 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 97,189 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 88,443 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 79,532 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 76,701 miles

Both rear tyres low inner edges

Pass 4 Mar 2014 61,745 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 46,041 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 35,841 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 26,295 miles

both front lower suspension arm bushes starting to split

o/s/f cv gaiter has small split put a blob of glue on to repair

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 YBS is a 2008 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 YBS, 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 YBS registered?

FV08 YBS is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is FV08 YBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 YBS shows 18 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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