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Kia RIO

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,493 cc

X29 GBXMOT history

X29 GBX is a silver diesel Kia RIO first used on 14 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 29,730 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

X29 GBX silver Kia Rio – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Rio, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
29,730 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,684 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X29 GBX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
RIO
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,493 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
14 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X29 GBX was last recorded at 29,730 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
29,721 miles · 9 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
1,684 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 29,730 miles
  • 2025 – 29,706 miles
  • 2024 – 28,108 miles
  • 2023 – 26,316 miles
  • 2021 – 23,075 miles
  • 2020 – 21,407 miles
  • 2019 – 19,959 miles
  • 2018 – 17,747 miles
  • 2017 – 15,740 miles
  • 2016 – 13,955 miles
  • 2015 – 12,521 miles
  • 2014 – 9,950 miles
  • 2013 – 8,323 miles
  • 2012 – 7,282 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass29,730 miles
  • AdvisoryUnderside undersealedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 11 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass29,730 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    29,730 miles
    Test number
    351891528033
    • AdvisoryUnderside undersealed

  2. Fail29,721 miles (+15)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,721 miles
    Test number
    907506718018
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split
    • AdvisoryUnderside undersealed

  3. Fail29,706 miles (+1,598)3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,706 miles
    Test number
    344417041154
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking metal pipe (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  4. Pass28,108 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    28,108 miles
    Test number
    454334560118
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail28,105 miles (+1,789)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,105 miles
    Test number
    868118282774
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass26,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    26,316 miles
    Test number
    581064792460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail26,316 miles (+106)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,316 miles
    Test number
    695149370684
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail26,210 miles (+3,135)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,210 miles
    Test number
    396113639182
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass23,075 miles (+1,668)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    23,075 miles
    Test number
    975309357970
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge very low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass21,407 miles (+1,448)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    21,407 miles
    Test number
    684373037487
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass19,959 miles (+2,212)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    19,959 miles
    Test number
    130038661817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass17,747 miles (+2,007)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    17,747 miles
    Test number
    507065830431
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre very close to inner arch on full lock

  13. Pass15,740 miles (+1,785)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    15,740 miles
    Test number
    652050010519
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre close to inner arch on full lock

  14. Pass13,955 miles (+1,434)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    13,955 miles
    Test number
    757171731757
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass12,521 miles (+2,571)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    12,521 miles
    Test number
    541393797213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass9,950 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    9,950 miles
    Test number
    385574374462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail9,879 miles (+1,556)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,879 miles
    Test number
    879687564226
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass8,323 miles (+1,041)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    8,323 miles
    Test number
    467678663230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass7,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    7,282 miles
    Test number
    907125082237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X29 GBX

Does X29 GBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X29 GBX is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X29 GBX?
The MOT on X29 GBX is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X29 GBX done?
X29 GBX was recorded at 29,730 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 1,684 miles a year.
Has X29 GBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X29 GBX has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on X29 GBX ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on X29 GBX find?
X29 GBX passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: underside undersealed.

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