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AJ56 ZHB

2006 Kia Rio

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

71,630 mi
Last recorded71,630 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Kia Rio61,115 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ56 ZHB
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 71,630 miles

n/s front outer c/v joint leaking grease

Pass 10 Dec 2024 65,406 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 59,164 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2023 59,164 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2022 52,798 miles

plastic covers under vehicle obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Dec 2021 46,794 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 41,952 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2020 36,385 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively (1.6 (c))

Fail 2 Jan 2020 36,385 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively (1.6 (c))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 34,889 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2018 34,889 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2018 32,515 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2018 32,515 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 30,019 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 27,451 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 24,902 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 22,629 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 20,730 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Dec 2011 18,429 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 14,806 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2010 14,806 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Dec 2009 11,871 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Dec 2009 11,871 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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AJ56 ZHB is a 2006 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2006 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 61,115 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 AJ56 ZHB, 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 20 years old, this Kia Rio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ56 ZHB registered?

AJ56 ZHB is a 2006 Kia Rio, first registered on 28 December 2006.

Is AJ56 ZHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ56 ZHB shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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