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2009 KIA RIO 1.5L Diesel · GL59 ALO

GL59 ALO

2009 KIA RIO (1.5L, diesel). First registered 01/11/2009. Recorded mileage 155,644 miles. MOT valid until 07/01/2027. Taxed until 01/08/2026.

Make & Model
KIA RIO
Year / Origin
2009 · Maidstone
MOT Status
Valid until 07/01/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/08/2026)
Recorded Mileage
155,644 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 1.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 07/01/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/08/2026
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2009
Engine
1493cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

This 2009 Kia Rio's MOT history shows a vehicle that has recently been through a cycle of failure and repair. The most significant item is the offside front drive shaft joint boot, which failed in December 2025. This was addressed, as the car passed its retest the same day. Prior to that, a corroded nearside front coil spring was noted and passed with the fault described as present in January 2025. The recurring theme is corrosion affecting suspension components. The coil spring in early 2025 and the drive shaft CV boot at the end of 2025 are related issues. A split or insecure CV boot allows dirt to enter and will quickly destroy the drive shaft joint, making this a critical repair that has been done. The corrosion pattern is a concern for a car of this age and mileage. The condition trend appears stable but vigilant. The car has passed its last two MOT tests after required fixes, indicating the owner is addressing failures.

GL59 ALO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 29/12/2025
  • 155,644 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
75
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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.

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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GL59 ALO Mileage History

  1. 06/01/2024144,211 mi
  2. 06/01/2025146,518 mi+2,307 mi
  3. 06/01/2025146,518 mi
  4. 29/12/2025155,644 mi+9,126 mi
  5. 29/12/2025155,644 mi

Average of roughly 5,774 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

GL59 ALO MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Jun 2026, 17:04
MOT Analysis

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 2009 Kia Rio (GL59 ALO) between January 2024 and December 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 29 December 2025 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: Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 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.

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