The road tax status for MW08 MBY is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for MW08 MBY?

The MOT for MW08 MBY is valid and due for renewal on or before 30 July 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of MW08 MBY?

The recorded mileage for MW08 MBY is 164,458 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is MW08 MBY ULEZ compliant?

No, MW08 MBY does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2008 KIA RIO 1.5L Diesel · MW08 MBY

MW08 MBY

2008 KIA RIO (1.5L, diesel). First registered 24/06/2008. Recorded mileage 164,458 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: KIA RIO
Year / Origin: 2008 · Manchester & Merseyside
MOT Status: Valid until 30/07/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 164,458 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 30/07/2026

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Mileage: 164,458 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2008
Engine: 1493cc

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MW08 MBY Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 21/07/2026
164,458 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
9 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

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MW08 MBY Mileage History

12/07/2023147,174 mi
09/07/2024152,434 mi+5,260 mi
15/07/2025158,858 mi+6,424 mi
15/07/2025158,858 mi
21/07/2026164,458 mi+5,600 mi

Average of roughly 5,713 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

MW08 MBY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 21 Sept 2026, 04:02

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Kia Rio (MW08 MBY) between July 2023 and July 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 21 July 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 16 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: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural streng”; “Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”.

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