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HY58 UUB

2008 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

93,004 mi
Last recorded93,004 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY58 UUB
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2023 93,004 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective Mounting Above Cross Member Detached (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2022 88,944 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Oct 2021 85,164 miles

earth strap on front subframe insecure

front exhaust mount broken

slight knock heard from n/s front

Fail 25 Oct 2021 85,164 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

earth strap on front subframe insecure

front exhaust mount broken

slight knock heard from n/s front

Pass 26 Oct 2020 79,136 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2019 73,477 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2018 67,257 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 27 Oct 2018 67,257 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 62,531 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Oct 2016 57,227 miles

Front exhaust mounting corroded

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 25 Oct 2016 57,227 miles

Front exhaust mounting corroded

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 14 Oct 2015 50,051 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 42,876 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 36,460 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 29,804 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 12 Oct 2011 23,262 miles

O/S/R coil spring corroding

O/S/R disc corroded (inner edge)

Rear exhaust flange corroded

Fail 12 Oct 2011 23,262 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

O/S/R coil spring corroding

O/S/R disc corroded (inner edge)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear exhaust flange corroded

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 UUB is a 2008 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 HY58 UUB, 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 HY58 UUB registered?

HY58 UUB is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 27 October 2008.

Is HY58 UUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY58 UUB shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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