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YS09 SWX

2009 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

63,100 mi
Last recorded63,100 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS09 SWX
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 63,100 miles

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2025 56,905 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2024 50,952 miles

Exhaust mounting defective metal bracket insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2023 46,972 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 43,931 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 39,332 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2020 37,950 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 36,605 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 34,274 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 30,706 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 27,598 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 24,958 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2015 24,958 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 22,254 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 18,408 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 14,936 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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YS09 SWX is a 2009 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YS09 SWX, 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 YS09 SWX registered?

YS09 SWX is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 12 August 2009.

Is YS09 SWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS09 SWX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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