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AF62 KUO

2012 Kia Rio

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

54,683 mi
Last recorded54,683 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 KUO
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 54,683 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 52,381 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 49,889 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2023 49,835 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 47,465 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 45,325 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 43,339 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 40,165 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 35,112 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 28,004 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 21,542 miles

Nearside Front cut in tyre, but can't see down to cords

Pass 14 Aug 2015 14,586 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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AF62 KUO is a 2012 Kia Rio in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AF62 KUO, 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

How do I check the history of AF62 KUO?

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What year was AF62 KUO registered?

AF62 KUO is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 3 September 2012.

Is AF62 KUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 KUO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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