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YR59 MGU

2009 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,663 mi
Last recorded53,663 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2023
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR59 MGU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2023 53,663 miles

exhaust corroding w/bone bushes deteriorating coil springs corroding

Pass 23 Sep 2022 52,865 miles

exhaust corroding coil springs corroding fr/wishbone bushes deteriorating

Pass 14 Sep 2021 51,887 miles

exhaust corroding coil springs corroding fr/wishbone fr bushes rr/tyres tread cracking up

Fail 14 Sep 2021 51,887 miles

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

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

exhaust corroding coil springs corroding fr/wishbone fr bushes rr/tyres tread cracking up

Pass 15 Sep 2020 49,851 miles

rear tyres tread cracking up coil springs corroding both f/wishbone front bushes deteriorating exhaust corroding

Fail 15 Sep 2020 49,851 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

rear tyres tread cracking up coil springs corroding both f/wishbone front bushes deteriorating exhaust corroding

Pass 19 Sep 2019 46,667 miles

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

washers just adequate exhaust mntg weak f/w/bones fr/bushes r/tyres tread cracking

Pass 19 Sep 2018 42,918 miles

tyres cracking up f/w/bone f bushes exhaust mtgs corroding f/pads low

Pass 19 Sep 2017 38,477 miles

exhaust mtgs corroding f/w/bones f/bushes

Pass 5 Sep 2016 33,708 miles

exhaust mountings corroding n/s/f w/bone bush weak

Pass 7 Sep 2015 29,238 miles

exhaust hanger brackets weak

Pass 1 Sep 2014 24,054 miles

o/s f tyre low both rear tyres tread cracking centre exhaust support bracket weak

Pass 3 Sep 2013 19,502 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 14,112 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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YR59 MGU is a 2009 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YR59 MGU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YR59 MGU registered?

YR59 MGU is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 24 September 2009.

Is YR59 MGU safe to buy?

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