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AF12 ZCA

2012 Kia Rio

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

130,235 mi
Last recorded130,235 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 ZCA
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 130,235 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 121,682 miles

Offside front wheel slight play

Fail 25 Feb 2025 121,682 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside front wheel slight play

Pass 16 Feb 2024 111,565 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2023 104,636 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 96,785 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 89,611 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 83,291 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Feb 2019 70,340 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 59,387 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 48,341 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 38,431 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 29,542 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 ZCA is a 2012 Kia Rio in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol 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 AF12 ZCA, 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 AF12 ZCA registered?

AF12 ZCA is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 3 March 2012.

Is AF12 ZCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 ZCA 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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