2008 KIA RIO 1.4L Petrol · AO08 SXM
2008 KIA RIO (1.4L, petrol). First registered 31 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 98,371 miles. MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA RIO
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 98,371 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
AO08 SXM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/03/2026
- 98,371 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AO08 SXM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Kia Rio (AO08 SXM) between March 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Emissions unable to be completed Due to excessive blow (8.2.1.2 (d))”.
AO08 SXM Mileage History
- 28/03/202486,394 mi
- 27/03/202590,913 mi+4,519 mi
- 28/03/202590,913 mi
- 17/03/202698,335 mi+7,422 mi
- 20/03/202698,371 mi+36 mi
Average of roughly 6,060 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (AO08 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as AO08SXM.
SUZUKI
GSX 650 FK8
SUZUKI
GSXR 600 K8
SUZUKI
GSX1300R
SUZUKI
GSX 1300 RK8
AUDI
A7
SUZUKI
GSX1300R
SUZUKI
GSF 1250 SA K8 GT
SUZUKI
GSF650
SUZUKI
GSR600 K7
SUZUKI
GSX1400
BMW
530
SUZUKI
GSF1250
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.