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AK12 LGJ

2012 Kia Rio

Blue Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

80,580 mi
Last recorded80,580 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 LGJ
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 80,580 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2026 80,580 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 70,515 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 63,371 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 59,084 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 58,375 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 57,658 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 56,505 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 52,067 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 47,019 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 41,842 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 34,718 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 26,268 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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AK12 LGJ is a 2012 Kia Rio in Blue with a 1,396cc diesel 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 AK12 LGJ, 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 AK12 LGJ registered?

AK12 LGJ is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is AK12 LGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 LGJ 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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