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AF12 VLT

2012 Kia Rio

Black Diesel 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,953 mi
Last recorded91,953 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2021
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 VLT
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2021 91,953 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 84,705 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 30 Sep 2020 84,705 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 73,372 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 70,159 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded & Scored (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 63,660 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 59,019 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 47,024 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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AF12 VLT is a 2012 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,120cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AF12 VLT, 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.

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What year was AF12 VLT registered?

AF12 VLT is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 1 March 2012.

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