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Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a reliable? We analysed 717 real MOT tests across 355 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 717 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.8%
Typical Mileage
19,300mi
Annual Mileage
4,975mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a.

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Number plates registered to a Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

92.4%
2023
92.4%
2022
88.8%
2021
92.6%
2020

Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 3
Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2

Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,081 mi/yr
Typical
4,975 mi/yr
Average
6,119 mi/yr
Heavy usage
7,080 mi/yr

Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 118 92.4% 11,108 16,082 22,714
2022 144 92.4% 13,348 19,348 28,785
2021 303 88.8% 13,970 19,442 28,084
2020 136 92.6% 14,924 20,468 28,686

How Long Does a Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a Last?

Based on 355 Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.9 years
Median
3.0 years

Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
19,300 mi
75th Percentile
27,467 mi
95th Percentile
45,094 mi
Max Recorded
94,420 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2020

92.6% MOT pass rate from 136 tests

Year to avoid
2021

88.8% MOT pass rate from 303 tests

The best year to buy a used Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.6% across 136 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a THIS CAR 90.8% 717 19,300 mi — yrs
Kia Sportage 80.4% 2,634,551 53,679 mi 26 yrs
Kia Picanto 77.1% 2,626,043 39,084 mi 22 yrs
Kia Ceed 76.1% 1,665,385 60,630 mi 19 yrs
Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV 88.1% 595 29,216 mi — yrs

Compared to the Kia Sportage (80.4% pass rate) and the Kia Picanto (77.1% pass rate), the Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a?

The Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.8% across 717 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a owner drives around 4,975 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a reliable?
Based on 717 MOT tests, the Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a has a 90.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a do per year?
The typical Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a does around 4,975 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kia Rio Gt-line S MHEV S-a is 2020 with a 92.6% pass rate across 136 tests.