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YP59 FOJ

2009 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

96,819 mi
Last recorded96,819 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2021
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP59 FOJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2021 96,819 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2021 96,819 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 94,373 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 86,834 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2018 86,834 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb was detatched (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 78,026 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2017 78,026 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both front (3.5.1g)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported both welded brackets broken off leaving exhaust hanging free liable to snap if not repaired or replaced asap (7.1.1)

Offside Front Lower Track rod end damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 69,591 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 60,411 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 52,391 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2013 42,630 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2013 42,630 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2012 24,754 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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YP59 FOJ is a 2009 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 YP59 FOJ, 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 YP59 FOJ registered?

YP59 FOJ is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 25 November 2009.

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