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HV08 XCR

2008 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

157,872 mi
Last recorded157,872 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 XCR
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2024 157,872 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 153,987 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 151,216 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 148,549 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 145,708 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2019 142,579 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2019 142,576 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Dec 2017 138,144 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2016 134,631 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear tyre starting to perish

minor oil leak

Pass 13 Jan 2016 128,079 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2016 128,079 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 120,966 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 114,279 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 106,080 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2013 106,080 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2012 94,534 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 94,534 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

uneven wear on the front tyres

Pass 22 Mar 2011 76,492 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 XCR is a 2008 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 XCR, 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 HV08 XCR registered?

HV08 XCR is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 22 March 2008.

Is HV08 XCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV08 XCR shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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