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FY58 VXK

2008 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

95,727 mi
Last recorded95,727 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY58 VXK
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2017 95,727 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 84,960 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 75,185 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2015 75,185 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 67,656 miles

Front inner disks corroded

Nearside rear tyre cracking

Offside rear tyre cracking

Fail 30 Sep 2014 67,656 miles

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

Front inner disks corroded

Nearside rear tyre cracking

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 14 Oct 2013 57,708 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside front tyre

nearside front tyre bold on outer edge

Pass 18 Sep 2012 48,678 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 48,678 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 31,741 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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FY58 VXK is a 2008 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 VXK, 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 FY58 VXK registered?

FY58 VXK is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is FY58 VXK safe to buy?

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Does FY58 VXK have outstanding finance?

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