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WV09 APU

2009 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,085 mi
Last recorded18,085 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV09 APU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 18,085 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 17,212 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jun 2025 17,212 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2024 16,682 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 15,326 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 14,179 miles

Front brake discs poor condition

Pass 2 Jul 2021 13,259 miles

all four tyres perished

front brake discs poor condition

Pass 24 Jul 2020 12,940 miles

windscreen wipers poor condition

Pass 24 May 2019 12,232 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 11,684 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 11,684 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 10,821 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 9,988 miles

all four tyres perished

Fail 19 Jun 2015 9,048 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 9,048 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 7,572 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 6,295 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 4,671 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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WV09 APU is a 2009 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WV09 APU, 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

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What year was WV09 APU registered?

WV09 APU is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 7 August 2009.

Is WV09 APU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV09 APU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WV09 APU have outstanding finance?

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