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YG59 BUA

2009 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2019
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

109,584 mi
Last recorded109,584 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG59 BUA
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2018 109,584 miles

Front Oil leak ()

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

exhaust bracket broke

Fail 17 Apr 2018 109,584 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Oil leak ()

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

exhaust bracket broke

Pass 2 Sep 2016 95,865 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 83,586 miles

front grill and fog lights insecure

Fail 12 Aug 2015 83,586 miles

front grill and fog lights insecure

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 21 Aug 2014 67,607 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 67,607 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 31 Aug 2013 53,532 miles

exhaust centre pipe bracket broken but exhaust still secure

exhaust front pipe bracket broken but exhaust still secure

steering rack damp

Fail 31 Aug 2013 53,532 miles

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

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

exhaust centre pipe bracket broken but exhaust still secure

exhaust front pipe bracket broken but exhaust still secure

steering rack damp

Pass 31 Aug 2012 42,508 miles

exhaust centre pipe bracket broken but still secure

Fail 31 Aug 2012 42,508 miles

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

exhaust centre pipe bracket broken but still secure

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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YG59 BUA is a 2009 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 YG59 BUA, 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 YG59 BUA registered?

YG59 BUA is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 2 September 2009.

Is YG59 BUA safe to buy?

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