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GP08 FHW

2008 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,880 mi
Last recorded26,880 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 FHW
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2018 26,880 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 21,996 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 21,996 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 20,927 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2015 19,562 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 17,677 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 15,800 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 13,676 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 13,676 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 May 2011 10,764 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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GP08 FHW is a 2008 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GP08 FHW, 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 GP08 FHW registered?

GP08 FHW is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 15 June 2008.

Is GP08 FHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP08 FHW shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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