2009 KIA RIO 1.5L Diesel · WR09 RKA
2009 KIA RIO (1.5L, diesel). First registered 20 Jun 2009. Recorded mileage 167,051 miles. MOT expired on 22 May 2025.
- Make & Model
- KIA RIO
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 May 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 167,051 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WR09 RKA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 11/06/2025
- 167,051 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WR09 RKA 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 2009 Kia Rio (WR09 RKA) between May 2022 and June 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 June 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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 Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”.
WR09 RKA Mileage History
- 13/05/2022142,001 mi
- 10/05/2023150,942 mi+8,941 mi
- 10/05/2023150,942 mi
- 24/05/2024157,820 mi+6,878 mi
- 11/06/2025167,051 mi+9,231 mi
Average of roughly 8,132 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.
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