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GJ58 RNN

2008 Kia Rio

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

186,045 mi
Last recorded186,045 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ58 RNN
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2023 186,045 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Oct 2023 186,045 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 167,155 miles

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2021 151,682 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2020 139,365 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2019 128,285 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 114,791 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 101,788 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 88,915 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 75,679 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 65,276 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 53,027 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 41,336 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 30,719 miles

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

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

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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GJ58 RNN is a 2008 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GJ58 RNN, 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 GJ58 RNN registered?

GJ58 RNN is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 September 2008.

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