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A9 BSO

2021 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

142,916 mi
Last recorded142,916 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2021 Kia Rio23,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 BSO
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2021
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 142,916 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2026 36,759 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jan 2026 36,758 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 26,616 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2025 139,754 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 17,772 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2024 17,765 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 135,883 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 125,713 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 116,372 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2022 116,303 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 110,202 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 99,696 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 85,620 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 68,413 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 53,292 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 42,579 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 32,255 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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A9 BSO is a 2021 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2021 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 23,781 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A9 BSO, 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 5 years old, this Kia Rio is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A9 BSO registered?

A9 BSO is a 2021 Kia Rio, first registered on 24 May 2021.

Is A9 BSO safe to buy?

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