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YP09 DWM

2009 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

29,551 mi
Last recorded29,551 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP09 DWM
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 29,551 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 29,069 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Axle corroded

Pass 14 Mar 2024 28,545 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both main runs front (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear axle showing signs of corrosion

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front wishbones front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 27,999 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 27,353 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 26,735 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 26,272 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 25,100 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 23,889 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 23,330 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 22,496 miles

Centre mount broken still ok

Pass 22 Apr 2015 20,029 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 20,029 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 17,129 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 13,521 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 9,968 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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YP09 DWM is a 2009 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 YP09 DWM, 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.

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What year was YP09 DWM registered?

YP09 DWM is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 June 2009.

Is YP09 DWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP09 DWM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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