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LB08 WPX

2008 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

134,303 mi
Last recorded134,303 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 WPX
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2022 134,303 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 127,859 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 122,384 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 117,136 miles

front and rear suspension rusty

Pass 17 Aug 2018 110,477 miles

Front suspension arms, suspension legs and rear axle all corroded

Rear inner wings corroded

The front subframe is quite weak with corrosion

Pass 23 Aug 2017 100,289 miles

The front subframe and suspension struts are getting quite corroded

Fail 23 Aug 2017 100,289 miles

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

The front subframe and suspension struts are getting quite corroded

Pass 18 Aug 2016 88,635 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 77,041 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Aug 2015 76,997 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 64,391 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 22 Aug 2013 52,188 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 52,188 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 39,609 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 25,716 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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LB08 WPX is a 2008 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LB08 WPX, 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 LB08 WPX registered?

LB08 WPX is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 27 August 2008.

Is LB08 WPX safe to buy?

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