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HV08 LSU

2008 Kia Rio

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

135,602 mi
Last recorded135,602 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 LSU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 135,602 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 123,320 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 109,195 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 90,969 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 74,047 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 71,568 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 67,847 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 63,485 miles

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

Fail 20 Dec 2018 63,483 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (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 Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2017 59,106 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Dec 2016 53,394 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 48,244 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2014 43,474 miles

front tyres getting low 3mm and worn on inner edges

Fail 24 Dec 2014 43,474 miles

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

front tyres getting low 3mm and worn on inner edges

Fail 10 Jan 2014 35,962 miles

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

rear tyres cracked/perished

Pass 10 Jan 2014 35,962 miles

rear tyres cracked/perished

Pass 24 Dec 2012 31,643 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 25,522 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 18,606 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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HV08 LSU is a 2008 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 HV08 LSU, 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 HV08 LSU registered?

HV08 LSU is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is HV08 LSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV08 LSU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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