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YG09 DDN

2009 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

94,186 mi
Last recorded94,186 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG09 DDN
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2023 94,186 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2023 94,186 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 83,855 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front airbag turned off

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 74,443 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2021 74,443 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Coolant level low

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 17 Nov 2020 66,834 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2020 66,834 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 62,584 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt front and rear ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 52,567 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 52,567 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 45,461 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 38,325 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 29,856 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 29,856 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2014 21,437 miles

obstruction in windscreen but does not affect drivers view of the road

Fail 24 Mar 2014 21,436 miles

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

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

obstruction in windscreen but does not affect drivers view of the road

Pass 5 Apr 2013 16,032 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2013 16,022 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Mar 2012 12,131 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 DDN is a 2009 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 DDN, 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 DDN registered?

YG09 DDN is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 March 2009.

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