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YG09 ZFX

2009 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

81,124 mi
Last recorded81,124 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2024
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG09 ZFX
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2024 81,124 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2024 81,032 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2023 71,999 miles

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

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 66,229 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 64,299 miles

Front subframe corroded

Pass 17 Dec 2020 61,689 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))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 59,351 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 55,585 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 50,913 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 39,639 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 30,446 miles

brake pipes surface corroded

power steering pipes surface corroded

Pass 17 Nov 2014 26,934 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 21,946 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 17,983 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 14,437 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 ZFX is a 2009 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YG09 ZFX, 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 ZFX registered?

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

Is YG09 ZFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG09 ZFX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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