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AJ21 BTZ

2021 Kia Rio

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

51,448 mi
Last recorded51,448 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2021 Kia Rio23,781 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ21 BTZ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 51,448 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2026 51,448 miles

Nearside Daytime running lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 45,235 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2025 45,234 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 40,565 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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AJ21 BTZ is a 2021 Kia Rio in Black with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2021 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 23,781 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 AJ21 BTZ, 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 5 years old, this Kia Rio is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AJ21 BTZ?

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What year was AJ21 BTZ registered?

AJ21 BTZ is a 2021 Kia Rio, first registered on 27 May 2021.

Is AJ21 BTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ21 BTZ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AJ21 BTZ have outstanding finance?

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