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FY57 FXJ

2008 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

86,091 mi
Last recorded86,091 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY57 FXJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 86,091 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2025 83,838 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 78,096 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2023 75,148 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 70,013 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 Feb 2022 70,013 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (1.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 64,478 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2020 61,550 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2020 61,528 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 58,106 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2019 58,106 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 56,188 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 49,651 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017 49,651 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 42,003 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2014 32,493 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2013 28,454 miles

n/s headlight slightly insecure

Fail 19 Dec 2013 28,454 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s headlight slightly insecure

Pass 15 Dec 2012 24,306 miles

nail n/s front tyre/only 3mm

Pass 8 Dec 2011 19,772 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 14,874 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 14,874 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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FY57 FXJ is a 2008 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 FY57 FXJ, 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.

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What year was FY57 FXJ registered?

FY57 FXJ is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 3 January 2008.

Is FY57 FXJ safe to buy?

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