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WV59 SSJ

2009 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,688 mi
Last recorded47,688 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2019
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV59 SSJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2019 47,688 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2019 47,688 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure 2 (6.1.2 (a))

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))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 44,031 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 44,030 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 40,675 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front outers (2.5.C.1a)

both front tyres worn on inner edges os close to cords

center exhaust bracket missing but exhaust still secure

front brake discs corroded and pitted on inner

Pass 20 Sep 2016 36,154 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 36,153 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 33,622 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear central seat belt frayed

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

ubc wet

wheel covers fitted obstructing view of components

Fail 21 Sep 2015 33,622 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner within central 3/4 (may require alignment) (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

rear central seat belt frayed

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

ubc wet

wheel covers fitted obstructing view of components

Pass 29 Sep 2014 31,689 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 22,997 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 17,668 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 SSJ is a 2009 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SSJ, 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.

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What year was WV59 SSJ registered?

WV59 SSJ is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 28 September 2009.

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