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YR08 FBN

2008 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,391 mi
Last recorded62,391 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Rio60,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 FBN
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 62,391 miles

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

Offside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Mar 2026 62,374 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 55,982 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 55,741 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2023 55,207 miles

Offside Front Outer Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged mirror housing (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2022 54,402 miles

Coil spring corroded Both Rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust Flexi Damage

Front Wipers Smearing Slightly

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel Has Slight Brake Bind

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 May 2022 54,402 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rears Worn Inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded Both Rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust Flexi Damage

Front Wipers Smearing Slightly

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel Has Slight Brake Bind

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 May 2021 53,669 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 53,195 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 52,166 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 52,166 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 49,226 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 44,795 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 40,622 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 36,258 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 31,886 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 27,414 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 23,080 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 19,185 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 19,181 miles

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

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

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 FBN is a 2008 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YR08 FBN, 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 FBN registered?

YR08 FBN is a 2008 Kia Rio, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is YR08 FBN safe to buy?

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