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HJ08 ZPV

2008 Kia Rio

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,915 mi
Last recorded78,915 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 ZPV
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2021 78,915 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 4 Jan 2021 78,913 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2019 58,584 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 55,364 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2018 55,336 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Dec 2017 53,068 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 51,202 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 49,032 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 47,166 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 45,001 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 43,417 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 41,181 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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HJ08 ZPV is a 2008 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HJ08 ZPV, 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 HJ08 ZPV registered?

HJ08 ZPV is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is HJ08 ZPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ08 ZPV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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