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YT09 XZU

2009 Kia Rio

White Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

114,682 mi
Last recorded114,682 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2022
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT09 XZU
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2022 114,682 miles

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

Fail 21 Dec 2022 114,682 miles

Front Position lamp not working Both sides. (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 104,707 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 104,706 miles

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

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Dec 2020 97,946 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

exhaust flexy splitting

Fail 21 Dec 2020 97,946 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre(s) with different structures are fitted across the same axle (5.2.3 (c))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

exhaust flexy splitting

Pass 2 Jul 2019 87,547 miles

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2018 82,660 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 82,635 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 72,203 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 66,078 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 56,563 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 47,714 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 39,546 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 30,427 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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YT09 XZU is a 2009 Kia Rio in White with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 YT09 XZU, 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 YT09 XZU registered?

YT09 XZU is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 15 August 2009.

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