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YT59 MFE

2009 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

148,917 mi
Last recorded148,917 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2023
Typical for 2009 Kia Rio55,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT59 MFE
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2023 148,917 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2023 148,907 miles

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Sep 2022 144,739 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 137,336 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2020 129,861 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 122,122 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 111,775 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 101,462 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 90,385 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 77,499 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 65,718 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 50,776 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 38,294 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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YT59 MFE is a 2009 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 YT59 MFE, 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 YT59 MFE registered?

YT59 MFE is a 2009 Kia Rio, first registered on 6 September 2009.

Is YT59 MFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT59 MFE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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