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WV59 SSZ

2009 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

76,778 mi
Last recorded76,778 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV59 SSZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 76,778 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2025 69,295 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2025 69,292 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 26 Mar 2024 68,894 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 65,962 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 61,046 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 54,863 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 52,298 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 51,514 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH 185/65/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 48,782 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES CRACKED AND PERISHED 185/65/14

Pass 15 Sep 2016 44,584 miles

nearside front tyre starting to wear low

nearside/offside rear tyres are cracking between tread

offside rear tyre over 7 years old

Fail 15 Sep 2016 44,584 miles

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

nearside front tyre starting to wear low

nearside/offside rear tyres are cracking between tread

offside rear tyre over 7 years old

Pass 8 Sep 2015 40,263 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 40,263 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2014 35,112 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 29,544 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2013 29,544 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 22,993 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 SSZ is a 2009 Kia Rio in Blue 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 WV59 SSZ, 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 SSZ registered?

WV59 SSZ is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is WV59 SSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV59 SSZ 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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