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GK58 XAJ

2008 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

119,027 mi
Last recorded119,027 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK58 XAJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2019 119,027 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 112,943 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Nov 2018 112,941 miles

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

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

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 106,932 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 97,168 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside front tyre worn on edge

Fail 24 Oct 2016 97,168 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported front bracket broken (7.1.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside front tyre worn on edge

Pass 2 Nov 2015 90,063 miles

Nearside Rear nail in tread

front wipers worn

Pass 5 Nov 2014 84,713 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

front exhaust bracket has been repaired with a u clamp

Fail 5 Nov 2014 84,712 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

front exhaust bracket has been repaired with a u clamp

Pass 18 Nov 2013 78,868 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2013 78,868 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 61,092 miles

n/s headlight electric height adjuster makes minor movements spasmodically

Pass 17 Nov 2011 44,123 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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GK58 XAJ is a 2008 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GK58 XAJ, 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 GK58 XAJ registered?

GK58 XAJ is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 19 September 2008.

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