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AG12 DAV

2012 Kia Rio

White Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,169 mi
Last recorded70,169 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG12 DAV
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2025 70,169 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 64,685 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2023 57,581 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front and rear brake / suspension components generally rusty

Pass 10 Aug 2022 54,871 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lenses deteriorated/cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened very worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 49,876 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 45,859 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 41,610 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 35,515 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 30,191 miles

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 10 Aug 2016 24,621 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 19,992 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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AG12 DAV is a 2012 Kia Rio in White with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AG12 DAV, 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 AG12 DAV registered?

AG12 DAV is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 22 August 2012.

Is AG12 DAV safe to buy?

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