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YK08 ONP

2008 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

75,311 mi
Last recorded75,311 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 ONP
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 75,311 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2024 67,143 miles

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All* (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Underbody corroded

Fail 2 Jan 2024 67,143 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All* (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Underbody corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2022 63,036 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

slight underbody corrosion

Pass 22 Jun 2021 59,054 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all *4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

all rear suspension components corroded

all wheel caps fitted

Fail 22 Jun 2021 59,054 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all *4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

all rear suspension components corroded

all wheel caps fitted

Pass 1 Jul 2020 55,706 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under body corroded

Pass 2 Jul 2019 52,778 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2019 52,777 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jun 2018 47,298 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 47,205 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 May 2017 41,290 miles

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

Offside mirror secured with tape

Pass 7 May 2016 36,488 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 7 May 2016 36,488 miles

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 8 May 2015 32,518 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 32,518 miles

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)

Pass 8 May 2014 28,118 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)

damage offside front wing

Pass 7 May 2013 23,941 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 19,073 miles

damage offside front bumper and wing

oil leak steering rack area

Pass 4 May 2011 13,927 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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YK08 ONP is a 2008 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 YK08 ONP, 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.

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What year was YK08 ONP registered?

YK08 ONP is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 16 April 2008.

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