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Red · Petrol · 2011 · 1,396 cc

X8 GLXMOT history

X8 GLX is a red petrol Kia RIO first used on 14 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 102,046 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

X8 GLX red Kia Rio – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Rio, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
102,046 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,950 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X8 GLX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
RIO
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
14 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X8 GLX was last recorded at 102,046 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 7,684 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,362 miles · 29 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,684 miles
Average per year
6,950 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,046 miles
  • 2025 – 94,362 miles
  • 2024 – 84,697 miles
  • 2023 – 76,560 miles
  • 2022 – 70,541 miles
  • 2021 – 60,831 miles
  • 2020 – 54,751 miles
  • 2019 – 46,994 miles
  • 2018 – 39,429 miles
  • 2017 – 35,819 miles
  • 2015 – 27,584 miles
  • 2014 – 19,652 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,046 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth fuel tank straps are corroded
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 29 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,046 miles (+7,684)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    102,046 miles
    Test number
    454797864549
    • AdvisoryBoth fuel tank straps are corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass94,362 miles (+17)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    94,362 miles
    Test number
    990747259880
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail94,345 miles (+9,648)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,345 miles
    Test number
    528432893804
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to major leak from exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass84,697 miles (+8,137)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    84,697 miles
    Test number
    997952699423
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass76,560 miles (+6,019)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    76,560 miles
    Test number
    944736454156
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass70,541 miles (+9,710)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    70,541 miles
    Test number
    271659575324
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion at both rear spring mount area
  7. Pass60,831 miles (+6,080)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    60,831 miles
    Test number
    840661234165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass54,751 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    54,751 miles
    Test number
    780296440130
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Fail54,751 miles (+7,757)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,751 miles
    Test number
    510065892246
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass46,994 miles (+7,565)4 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    46,994 miles
    Test number
    791852766094
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  11. Pass39,429 miles (+3,610)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    39,429 miles
    Test number
    758800573726
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass35,819 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    35,819 miles
    Test number
    584527159381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail35,817 miles (+8,233)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,817 miles
    Test number
    710784378074
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
  14. Pass27,584 miles (+7,932)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    27,584 miles
    Test number
    238700428048
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  15. Pass19,652 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    19,652 miles
    Test number
    327862974257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X8 GLX

Does X8 GLX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X8 GLX is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X8 GLX?
The MOT on X8 GLX is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X8 GLX done?
X8 GLX was recorded at 102,046 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 6,950 miles a year.
Has X8 GLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X8 GLX has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on X8 GLX 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 X8 GLX find?
X8 GLX passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: both fuel tank straps are corroded; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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