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YG09 CYS

2009 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

49,490 mi
Last recorded49,490 miles
Recorded on24 May 2016
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG09 CYS
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2016 49,490 miles

Exhaust down pipe held to bracket with metal wire

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both 3mm (175/65r14) (4.1.E.1)

Front an rear tyres different sizes but same across axles front (175/65r14 and rear 165/70r14)

Fail 24 May 2016 49,490 miles

Exhaust down pipe held to bracket with metal wire

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both 3mm (175/65r14) (4.1.E.1)

Front an rear tyres different sizes but same across axles front (175/65r14 and rear 165/70r14)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 39,174 miles

front exhaust mounting deteriorated

Fail 1 Jun 2015 39,174 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

front exhaust mounting deteriorated

Pass 2 Jun 2014 37,892 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 36,217 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 31,132 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2012 31,132 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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YG09 CYS is a 2009 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 YG09 CYS, 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 YG09 CYS registered?

YG09 CYS is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 10 March 2009.

Is YG09 CYS safe to buy?

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