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YF09 APZ

2009 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,510 mi
Last recorded86,510 miles
Recorded on19 May 2023
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF09 APZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2023 86,510 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 26 May 2022 83,791 miles
Fail 21 May 2022 83,719 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2021 78,679 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Front Mounting Metal Bracket (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 May 2020 76,162 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 76,162 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2019 73,772 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 71,139 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 64,304 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 56,178 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 56,178 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 49,385 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 49,385 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2014 37,180 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 30,119 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 29,910 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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YF09 APZ is a 2009 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YF09 APZ, 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 YF09 APZ registered?

YF09 APZ is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 26 June 2009.

Is YF09 APZ safe to buy?

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