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YR08 BKO

2008 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2019
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

57,675 mi
Last recorded57,675 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 BKO
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2018 57,675 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2018 57,673 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2017 50,888 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2017 50,888 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 47,105 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2016 47,105 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 13 Jun 2015 44,745 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear tyres have cracked sidewalls

Pass 13 Jun 2015 44,745 miles

rear tyres have cracked sidewalls

Pass 14 Jun 2014 42,637 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 40,546 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 40,541 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 37,819 miles

Age cracks,tread low and bald on inside offside front tyre.

Pass 5 Aug 2011 31,620 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 31,613 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 27,022 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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YR08 BKO is a 2008 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YR08 BKO, 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 YR08 BKO registered?

YR08 BKO is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is YR08 BKO safe to buy?

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