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FY58 ZDG

2008 Kia Rio

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

150,545 mi
Last recorded150,545 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 150,545 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2025 150,545 miles

Offside Front Steering locking device missing Track rod end split pin missing (2.1.3 (d))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 145,261 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2023 141,660 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Upper fuel tank slightly wet

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2022 124,419 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH SIDE (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 18 Nov 2022 124,419 miles

Front Position lamp not working BOTH SIDE (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH SIDE (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 92,802 miles

Central Rear Upper furl tank slightly dump effect [fuel]

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 87,682 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2020 87,677 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 85,319 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 81,433 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2018 81,431 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Oct 2017 77,896 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 73,321 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 69,030 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 63,994 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 58,580 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 54,671 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 50,990 miles

nearside rear tyre stepped inner edge

offside rear tyre stepped inner edge

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 ZDG is a 2008 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FY58 ZDG, 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 ZDG registered?

FY58 ZDG is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 October 2008.

Is FY58 ZDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY58 ZDG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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