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YM08 JCO

2008 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

77,466 mi
Last recorded77,466 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM08 JCO
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 77,466 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 77,466 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2016 70,435 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2016 70,435 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2015 62,279 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2014 54,663 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jul 2014 54,663 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 47,800 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 38,868 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 29,446 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 29,446 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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YM08 JCO is a 2008 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 YM08 JCO, 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 YM08 JCO registered?

YM08 JCO is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is YM08 JCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM08 JCO shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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