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GL08 VWM

2008 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

120,463 mi
Last recorded120,463 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 VWM
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 120,463 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2025 120,463 miles

Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system FRONT TO REAR. (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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 17 Jun 2024 102,628 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 90,683 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm reading taken from the centre of the tyre also tyre wearing thin on the inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 3mm reading taken from the centre of the tyre also tyre bald on the inside edge no canvas showing when inspected (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Jun 2023 90,683 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm reading taken from the centre of the tyre also tyre wearing thin on the inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 3mm reading taken from the centre of the tyre also tyre bald on the inside edge no canvas showing when inspected (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 81,181 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2022 81,053 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2021 72,455 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 66,360 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 58,671 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage unable to pin point with out further investigation (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm reading taken from the centre of the tyre bald on the very inside of tyre no canvas showing when inspected (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4.5mm reading taken from the centre of the tyre and bald on the very inner edge no canvas showing when inspected (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2018 43,390 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 37,668 miles

n/s/f brake is binding on slightly

Pass 22 Jun 2016 35,139 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 35,139 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 32,153 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

n/s/f has slight binding of brake

Pass 26 Jun 2014 28,981 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 25,747 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 22,661 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 19,471 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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GL08 VWM is a 2008 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GL08 VWM, 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 GL08 VWM registered?

GL08 VWM is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is GL08 VWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 VWM shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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