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GL08 WBP

2008 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

108,904 mi
Last recorded108,904 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 WBP
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2022 108,904 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2022 108,904 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2021 104,131 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged Loose ()

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 102,072 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 101,001 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 98,382 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 27 Feb 2018 98,382 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2017 94,320 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 94,320 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 84,584 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 72,854 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 60,047 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 60,047 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 47,821 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 35,497 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 WBP is a 2008 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 WBP, 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 GL08 WBP registered?

GL08 WBP is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is GL08 WBP safe to buy?

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