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YP58 GGU

2008 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

92,856 mi
Last recorded92,856 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP58 GGU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 92,856 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 30 Jul 2024 89,963 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2024 89,895 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2023 88,099 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 74,144 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 70,839 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2020 67,706 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 64,648 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2018 59,019 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front to rear in clip areas (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 55,085 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2017 55,085 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 51,415 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 47,113 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2014 41,957 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 35,806 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 29,617 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 22,085 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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YP58 GGU is a 2008 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 YP58 GGU, 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 YP58 GGU registered?

YP58 GGU is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 October 2008.

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The MOT history for YP58 GGU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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