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YL08 EHR

2008 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

82,145 mi
Last recorded82,145 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 EHR
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2020 82,145 miles

vehicle covered with under seal

Pass 3 Jun 2019 79,470 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 May 2019 79,445 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Both font to backs (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 May 2018 75,057 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 71,510 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 66,587 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 66,587 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 May 2015 59,938 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 51,793 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 51,793 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2013 43,748 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 36,798 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 29,881 miles

nearside front suspension bush dropped-but not resulting in any excessive movement. Also road tested vehicle and no movement under braking or steering

offside front suspension bush just starting to drop but not resulting in any excessive movement

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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YL08 EHR is a 2008 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YL08 EHR, 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 YL08 EHR registered?

YL08 EHR is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 21 July 2008.

Is YL08 EHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL08 EHR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YL08 EHR have outstanding finance?

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