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GF58 GGX

2008 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

142,488 mi
Last recorded142,488 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF58 GGX
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 142,488 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/14h (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Mar 2025 142,483 miles

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

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/14h (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 121,071 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Considerable amount of play will need attention imminently (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 20 Mar 2024 121,071 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Considerable amount of play will need attention imminently (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2023 93,420 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2022 73,537 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 69,590 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 66,254 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2019 61,234 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2019 61,234 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2018 54,661 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 52,777 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 48,262 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 43,276 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2013 36,155 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 29,154 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 19,870 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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GF58 GGX is a 2008 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GF58 GGX, 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 GF58 GGX registered?

GF58 GGX is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 October 2008.

Is GF58 GGX safe to buy?

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