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A21 RGB

2012 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1120cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

47,114 mi
Last recorded47,114 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 RGB
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 47,114 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 45,632 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 43,270 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 40,575 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 37,601 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 34,935 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 33,251 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 29,583 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 26,898 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 22,528 miles

Front tyres on 3mm,but very thin on inner edges

Rear tyres on 4mm

Fail 24 Mar 2017 22,440 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower ball joint gaiter split and no longer covering ball pin (2.4.G.2)

Front tyres on 3mm,but very thin on inner edges

Rear tyres on 4mm

Pass 24 Mar 2016 18,420 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 14,219 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Rio?

Based on 1,637,344 MOT tests across 141,212 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
5,503
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
141,212
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,517
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 18,703
position lamp(s) not working 14,100
Registration plate lamp not working 12,829
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A21 RGB is a 2012 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,120cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 57,620 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Rio fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34,517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A21 RGB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Rio typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 14 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A21 RGB registered?

A21 RGB is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is A21 RGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 RGB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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