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AE13 VYL

2013 Kia Rio

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

112,153 mi
Last recorded112,153 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Rio52,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE13 VYL
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 112,153 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2025 111,427 miles

Nearside body damage

Pass 2 Feb 2024 103,293 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2024 103,293 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2023 93,583 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 86,619 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2022 86,619 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2021 74,506 miles

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))

Fail 13 Feb 2021 74,506 miles

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))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2020 63,491 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2020 63,491 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2019 50,963 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2019 50,963 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 38,997 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 27,106 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 16,114 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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AE13 VYL is a 2013 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2013 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 52,890 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 AE13 VYL, 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 13 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 AE13 VYL registered?

AE13 VYL is a 2013 Kia Rio, first registered on 6 March 2013.

Is AE13 VYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE13 VYL shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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