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GF58 OBO

2008 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

41,408 mi
Last recorded41,408 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF58 OBO
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 41,408 miles

Track rod end ball joint has slight play Offside front (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2025 41,408 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Track rod end ball joint has slight play Offside front (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 37,828 miles

Play in nearside front ball joint

Pass 2 Aug 2023 32,973 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 29,758 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 26,982 miles

both front tyres cracking

Pass 5 Aug 2020 24,577 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 20,761 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 17,586 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 16,455 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 15,207 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 11,963 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 10,091 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 7,839 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 6,837 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 5,974 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 OBO is a 2008 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GF58 OBO, 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 OBO registered?

GF58 OBO is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 October 2008.

Is GF58 OBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF58 OBO shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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