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GP57 YPT

2008 Kia Rio

Silver Diesel 1343cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

71,580 mi
Last recorded71,580 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP57 YPT
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,343cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 71,580 miles

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

oil added before diesel test

Fail 20 Mar 2026 71,580 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

oil added before diesel test

Pass 21 Mar 2025 67,596 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2025 67,596 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jan 2024 62,460 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 59,531 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 27 Jan 2023 59,531 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Jan 2022 55,571 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Jan 2022 55,571 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2021 49,923 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low and smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 43,981 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2020 43,981 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jan 2019 39,249 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 36,796 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 19 Jan 2018 36,796 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 33,423 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 32,224 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wall cracking

Offside Rear tyre wall cracking

engine covers and under trays fitted

item removed from windscreen

Pass 23 Jan 2015 30,803 miles

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE PERRISHING

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE PERRISHING

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 28,683 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 24,873 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 19,327 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 14,231 miles

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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GP57 YPT is a 2008 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,343cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GP57 YPT, 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 GP57 YPT registered?

GP57 YPT is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is GP57 YPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP57 YPT shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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