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WV59 BVU

2009 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2026
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

32,968 mi
Last recorded32,968 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV59 BVU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2025 32,968 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2024 31,558 miles

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

Nearside Rear lamp unit damaged

Fail 21 Mar 2024 31,558 miles

Rear Service brake grabbing severely both sides (1.2.1 (c))

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

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

Nearside Rear lamp unit damaged

Pass 7 Mar 2023 29,968 miles

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 28,194 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 10 Mar 2022 28,194 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 26,454 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2021 26,454 miles

Rear Service brake grabbing severely both sides (1.2.1 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 25,226 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 5 Mar 2020 25,226 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 23,296 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Mar 2019 23,296 miles

Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 21,402 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 21,402 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 19,100 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt o/s & n/s ()

Fail 9 Mar 2017 19,100 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt o/s & n/s ()

Pass 1 Mar 2016 16,035 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 14,186 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 11,352 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 19 Sep 2013 11,252 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 25 Sep 2012 8,713 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 8,713 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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WV59 BVU is a 2009 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 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 WV59 BVU, 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 WV59 BVU registered?

WV59 BVU is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is WV59 BVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV59 BVU shows 22 tests with a 59.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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