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GF08 LTT

2008 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

119,346 mi
Last recorded119,346 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 LTT
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 119,346 miles

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

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

Fail 13 May 2019 119,335 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 112,555 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive front of vehicle reqs investigation. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly slight bind. (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Reqs attention. (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front tyre valve stem perished.

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 104,614 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 104,614 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 93,649 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 80,293 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 64,422 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 51,074 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 38,742 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 27,915 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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GF08 LTT is a 2008 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GF08 LTT, 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 GF08 LTT registered?

GF08 LTT is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is GF08 LTT safe to buy?

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