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HY58 RKZ

2008 Kia Rio

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

148,500 mi
Last recorded148,500 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2015
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY58 RKZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2015 148,500 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 148,500 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 148,314 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 131,462 miles

front brake pads worn

Pass 21 Oct 2013 117,048 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 97,582 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 97,126 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 97,126 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 96,631 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 96,605 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

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

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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HY58 RKZ is a 2008 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HY58 RKZ, 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 HY58 RKZ registered?

HY58 RKZ is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 27 September 2008.

Is HY58 RKZ safe to buy?

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Does HY58 RKZ have outstanding finance?

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