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YG58 UUJ

2008 Kia Rio

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

86,312 mi
Last recorded86,312 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG58 UUJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 86,312 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 82,822 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

advise rear axle corroded

Pass 8 Jan 2024 76,809 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2024 76,803 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2023 70,921 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2022 64,752 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 60,184 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 55,358 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2019 49,530 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 44,968 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 37,914 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2017 37,914 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 12 May 2016 31,698 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 13 May 2015 24,137 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 23,303 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 19,894 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 15,279 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 9,745 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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YG58 UUJ is a 2008 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 60,428 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 YG58 UUJ, 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 18 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 YG58 UUJ registered?

YG58 UUJ is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 25 September 2008.

Is YG58 UUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG58 UUJ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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