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FY58 KGA

2008 Kia Rio

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

120,173 mi
Last recorded120,173 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2014
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY58 KGA
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2014 120,173 miles

N/S/R LIGHT CLUSTER DAMAGED

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

Fail 17 Oct 2014 120,173 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

N/S/R LIGHT CLUSTER DAMAGED

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

Fail 18 Oct 2013 96,925 miles

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

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

off side rear light lense broken

off side rear tyre cracking within tread

Pass 18 Oct 2013 96,925 miles

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

off side rear light lense broken

off side rear tyre cracking within tread

Fail 2 Nov 2012 79,181 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 79,181 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 59,228 miles

off side rear brake disc corroded

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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FY58 KGA is a 2008 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FY58 KGA, 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

How do I check the history of FY58 KGA?

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What year was FY58 KGA registered?

FY58 KGA is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is FY58 KGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY58 KGA shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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