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WR59 SWK

2009 Kia Rio

White Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

77,329 mi
Last recorded77,329 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR59 SWK
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 77,329 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 72,459 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2024 72,459 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2023 67,915 miles

most brake pipes have slight rust

Pass 25 Oct 2022 62,859 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 58,417 miles

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

rear brakes have some inbalance

Fail 10 Nov 2021 58,417 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

rear brakes have some inbalance

Pass 28 Oct 2020 54,559 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 28 Oct 2020 54,559 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded in clip (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2019 51,136 miles

Nearside Front n/s/f tyre worn on edges and on limit

o/s/f tyre badly worn on inner edge and on limit

Fail 25 Oct 2019 51,136 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front n/s/f tyre worn on edges and on limit

o/s/f tyre badly worn on inner edge and on limit

Pass 13 Oct 2018 46,571 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 42,210 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 37,266 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 31,157 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 23,129 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 17,131 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 12,203 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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WR59 SWK is a 2009 Kia Rio in White with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 55,116 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 WR59 SWK, 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 17 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WR59 SWK?

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What year was WR59 SWK registered?

WR59 SWK is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 12 November 2009.

Is WR59 SWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR59 SWK 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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